This course provides students with instruction on safety practices and terminology related to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and the oxy-fuel welding process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, setup and operation, and other relevant information in both the SMAW and oxy-fuel processes. By the end of this course, students will be able to perform SMAW welds in various positions using different types of electrodes and execute both manual and automatic oxy-fuel welding and cutting. Additionally, this course covers fundamental safety rules and equipment identification in the shop, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. This is a CORE course.