This course discusses the two most common types of welding and cutting [gas and arc], the danger that are involved in working with them and the safety measure that can be undertaken to minimize and prevent the occurrence of their associated hazards.

The course goes on to study fire prevention techniques and the danger of preservative coatings when welding or cutting.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

The elements listed below are the minimum system requirements to take this online course. While you may use the minimum requirements, your experience online will be greatly enhanced through the use of a faster internet connection, i.e. cable or DSL as opposed to 'dial-up'.

• IBM PC Compatible Computer [200 MHz processor with 32MB RAM]
• Sound Card with speakers or headphones
• SVGA [800x600] video card, driver, and monitor
• Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
• Internet connection [minimum 56Kbps recommended]
• Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.0 or greater [free download]