Welder Welding Processes & Techniques

Question 1

Which welding process is commonly referred to as stick welding?

Accepted Answer

SMAW

Answer

MIG

Answer

TIG

Answer

FCAW

Question 2

Which welding process uses a shielding gas and a non-consumable electrode?

Accepted Answer

GTAW

Answer

GMAW

Answer

FCAW

Answer

SAW

Question 3

Which technique is ideal for high-precision welds on thin materials?

Accepted Answer

TIG welding

Answer

Stick welding

Answer

MIG welding

Answer

Plasma cutting

Question 4

What does GMAW stand for?

Accepted Answer

Gas Metal Arc Welding

Answer

Gas Manual Arc Welding

Answer

Graphite Metal Arc Welding

Answer

Gas Manganese Arc Welding

Question 5

Which process is often used in heavy construction and uses a flux core wire?

Accepted Answer

FCAW

Answer

GMAW

Answer

GTAW

Answer

SAW

Question 6

What type of current is typically used for TIG welding on aluminum?

Accepted Answer

AC

Answer

DC Positive

Answer

DC Negative

Answer

No current required

Question 7

Which of the following processes is most automated?

Accepted Answer

SAW

Answer

SMAW

Answer

GTAW

Answer

FCAW

Question 8

Why is MIG welding popular among beginners?

Accepted Answer

Easy to learn and produces clean welds

Answer

Requires no shielding gas

Answer

Allows welding without training

Answer

Produces excessive slag

Question 9

What is the primary function of shielding gas in arc welding?

Accepted Answer

Protect the weld area from contaminants

Answer

Increase arc temperature

Answer

Remove excess heat

Answer

Help solidify the weld faster