Lesson Plan
Course Title: Welding
Session Title: End of Semester Overview
Time:
2 hours
[Lesson length is subjective and will vary from instructor to instructor]
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this assignment, the student will be able to pass the end of
semester exam covering basic principals from the first semester of instruction.
Specific Objectives:
Upon completion of this lesson, the learner will review and perform the following task;
follow appropriate cutting technique, apply correct technique to run a bead; apply
appropriate measurement technique; determine correct electrode selection.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to
the activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Welding:

130.323(c)(1)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H)(I)
…describe how teams function;
…use teamwork to solve problems;
…distinguish team roles such as team leaders and team members;
…identify characteristics of good leaders;
…identify employers' work expectations;
…discuss Equal Employment Opportunity law in the workplace;
…use time-management techniques to develop work schedules;
…describe how teams measure results; and
…develop a method to reward team performance.

130.323(c)(2)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)
…explore academic knowledge and skills required for postsecondary education;
…identify employers' expectations to foster positive customer satisfaction;
…demonstrate the skills required in the workplace such as interviewing skills,
flexibility, willingness to learn new skills and acquire knowledge, selfdiscipline, self-worth, positive attitude, and integrity in a work situation;
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
1
…evaluate personal career goals;
…communicate effectively with others in the workplace to clarify objectives; and
…demonstrate skills related to health and safety in the workplace, as specified
by appropriate government regulations.

130.323(c)(3)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H)(I)(J)(K)(L)(M)(N)(O)(P)(Q)
…demonstrate effective communication skills with individuals from varied
cultures such as fellow workers, management, and customers;
…demonstrate mathematical skills to estimate costs;
…demonstrate technical writing skills related to work orders;
…apply accurate readings of measuring devices, both U.S. customary and
metric;
…accurately use an appropriate tool to make measurements;
…compute measurements such as area, surface area, volume, and perimeter;
…determine how changes in dimension affect geometric figures;
…calculate problems using whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, and
decimals;
…use a calculator to perform computations;
…perform conversions between fractions and decimals;
…understand the functions of angles;
…apply right triangle relationships using the Pythagorean Theorem;
…understand the parts of a circle;
…identify the most reasonable mathematical solution using estimation;
…use cross-sections of three-dimensional figures to relate to plane figures;
…describe orthographic views of three-dimensional figures; and
…describe isometric views of three-dimensional figures

130.323(c)(4)(A)(B)(C)
…use welding equipment according to safety standards;
…properly dispose of environmentally hazardous materials used in welding; and
…use appropriate personal protective equipment as needed to follow safety
measures.

130.323(c)(5)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)
…demonstrate knowledge of a welding blueprint;
…interpret blueprints, drawings, charts, and diagrams;
…analyze components of the welding symbol;
…analyze types of welding joints;
…analyze positions of welding; and
…identify types of welds such as fillet, groove, spot, plug, and flanged.

130.323(c)(6)(A)(B)(C)(D)
…explore careers in welding;
…work independently to fabricate a welded project with minimal assistance;
…work collaboratively with other students to complete a relevant project; and
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
2
…troubleshoot equipment.

130.323(c)(7)(A)(B)
…evaluate weld inspection processes; and
…analyze welding codes.

130.323(c)(8)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H)(I)
…observe safe operating practices;
…perform safe handling of compressed gases;
…identify components of oxy-fuel gas cutting;
…demonstrate proper set-up procedures for oxy-fuel process;
…distinguish factors affecting base metals;
…demonstrate proper cutting techniques such as piercing, straight line, and
bevel;
…perform welding and brazing; and
…identify acceptable cuts.

130.323(c)(9)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)
…observe safe operating practices;
…demonstrate knowledge of the theories of plasma arc cutting;
…apply safe handling of compressed air supply;
…identify components of plasma arc cutting;
…demonstrate correct set-up procedure for plasma arc cutting;
…define cutting terms; and
…perform shape cutting.
130.323(c)(10)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H)(I)
…use safe operating practices;
…demonstrate knowledge of the theories of electrical relationships such as
alternating current and direct current, heat transfer, and polarity;
…apply shielded metal arc welding principles;
…demonstrate proper set-up procedure for shielded metal arc welding;
…determine appropriate filler for base metal in shielded metal arc welding;
…perform welds such as fillet and groove;
…perform passes such as root, hot, filler, and cover;
…perform plate preparation; and
…perform heating processes such as pre-heating and post-heating.
130.323(c)(11)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)
…use safe operating practices;
…demonstrate knowledge of the theories of electrical relationships such as
alternating current and direct current, heat transfer, and polarity;
…apply gas metal arc welding principles;
…demonstrate proper set-up procedure for gas metal arc welding;
…determine appropriate filler for base metal in gas metal arc welding; and
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
3
…perform fillet welds.
130.323(c)(12)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)
…use safe operating practices;
…demonstrate knowledge of the theories of electrical relationships such as
alternating current and direct current, heat transfer, and polarity;
…apply flux cored arc welding principles;
…demonstrate proper set-up procedure for flux cored arc welding;
…determine appropriate filler for base metal in flux cored arc welding;
…perform fillet welds; and
…perform welds in all appropriate positions.
130.323(c)(13)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)
…use safe operating practices;
…demonstrate knowledge of the theories of electrical relationships such as
alternating current and direct current, heat transfer, and polarity;
…determine the common types of tungsten and filler materials;
…demonstrate proper set-up procedure for gas tungsten arc welding;
…perform fillet welds;
…perform welds in all appropriate positions; and
…perform welds on carbon steel.
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English:
110.42(6) – Reading/word identification/vocabulary development
 110.42(6)(A)
…expand vocabulary development through wide reading, listening, and discussing
Instructor/Trainer
References:
Instructor specific.
Instructional Aids:
1. End of Semester Overview PowerPoint
2. Diagram handout
Materials Needed:
•
•
¼” plate for each student
Several rods per student
Equipment Needed:
•
Welding setup
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
4
• Computer/monitor to support PowerPoint
Learner
Knowledge for the past semester and reminder of safety precautions.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
Use appropriate closure procedure as dictated by instructor’s district policy. Remind
students this information covers the basics of what they have learned in the first
semester of Welding I.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructor Notes:
Prepare for semester exam by doing review and
showing PowerPoint. Students should engage with the
PowerPoint to pick up finer points of the discussion.
Be certain to review basic
safety procedures with
students.
Send students to the shop for a build experience using
the techniques discussed in the review.
All information should support topics included on the
semester exam.
Have students note those items in which they need
further Work or study. Give them time to practice those
items.
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Hold up or point to various pieces of equipment in the shop to do an oral discussion and
review with the students prior to doing the build portion of the final.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Build item on handout according to the specifications on the diagram.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
5
Show the PowerPoint (students can take notes if the instructor feels it will help them).
Use individual slides during the presentation to call on individual students for answers.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Answer any questions students may have as instructor feels comfortable during the
shop time. It is instructor preference as to how much help to give the students during
exam time.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Shop experience graded on rubric provided in addition to written exam grade.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
Let students critique one another’s build projects following the final exam.
Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2012. All rights reserved.
6