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awo.aws.org ME METALLURGY TALL LURG GY Metallurg ist:for the Non-Metallurgist: Fundamentals Metallurgy is the science that deals with the i internal nternal structure of metals, the relationship between metals, and the properties of metals. In welding, a basic understanding of metallurgy provides insight into the positive and negative changes that occur in metals when joined by welding. From the properties of an atom to the behavi behaviors ors of metals during the welding process, you are introduced to the properties of metals and will gain an understanding of why metals behave the way they do. Concepts covered include the anatomy of ato atoms,ms, the periodic table, chemical bonding, including ionic bonding, covalent bonding, and metallic bonding, as well as the properties of metals. contains interactive exercises to reinforce key points and includes summaries and quizzes to help prepare you for the completion exam. The seminar is approximately five hours long and concludes with a proficiency test. Sample seminar at awo.aws.org/seminars/metallurgy This seminar


Inspection Trends | April 2013
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