Welding Lab Sheets

Lab Sheet Overview

These lab sheets are planned as instructor-supervised support materials for welding practice, observation, and feedback.

Instructor-Supervised Use

• Instructor sets the procedure
• School safety rules apply
• Manufacturer manuals and local procedures remain required
• Lab results should be reviewed by a qualified instructor

Process Lab Categories

• Welding Safety Activity
• Shop Tools Activity
• SMAW Lab Sheet
• GMAW Lab Sheet
• FCAW Lab Sheet
• GTAW Lab Sheet
• Oxy-Fuel Activity
• Plasma Cutting Activity
• Weld Symbols Activity
• Blueprint Reading Activity
• Filler Metal Selection Activity
• Weld Defects Activity
• Inspection Activity

Safety and PPE Checks

• Helmet and lens check
• Gloves and jacket check
• Ventilation and fume awareness
• Fire watch and hot work awareness
• Machine setup review

Equipment and Consumable Fields

• Machine used
• Torch/gun used
• Electrode, wire, or filler used
• Gas or shielding setup
• Settings used

Defect Checklist

• Porosity
• Undercut
• Overlap
• Lack of fusion
• Excess spatter
• Incorrect bead profile

Instructor Evaluation Fields

• Setup reviewed
• Safety observed
• Weld appearance
• Defect notes
• Instructor feedback
• Student reflection

Supply Planning

Lab sheets can connect to school supply planning once program needs are known.