TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

National Assessment

for

FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC I

ASSESSOR’S GUIDE
 NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION ARRANGEMENTS

1. To attain the National Qualification of FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW)

NC I, the candidate must demonstrate competence in all the units listed
below. Successful candidates shall be awarded a National Certificate signed
by the TESDA Director General.

Code No. BASIC COMPETENCIES

500311101 Receive and Respond to Workplace Communication
500311102 Work with Others
500311103 Demonstrate Work Values
500311104 Practice Basic Housekeeping Procedures

Code No. COMMON COMPETENCIES

MEE721201 Apply Safety Practices
MEE721202 Interpret Drawings and Sketches
MEE721203 Perform Industry Calculations
MEE721204 Contribute to Quality System
MEE721205 Use Hand Tools
MEE721206 Prepare Weld Materials
MEE721207 Setup Welding Equipment
MEE721208 Fit up Weld Materials
MEE721209 Repair Welds

Code No. CORE COMPETENCY

MEE721315 Weld Carbon Steel Plates Using FCAW

2. Assessment shall focus on the core unit of competency. The basic and common
units are assessed concurrently with the core units.

3. The following are qualified to apply for assessment and certification:

 Graduates of formal, non-formal and informal including enterprise-

based training programs

 Experienced Workers (wage employed or self-employed)

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EVIDENCE PLAN

Qualification: FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC I

Unit of Competency: WELD CARBON STEEL PLATES USING FCAW

Ways in which evidence will be collected:

Demonstration with
oral Questioning
Observation /

Written Test
The evidence must show that the candidate……

 perform root pass* X

 clean root pass* X

 weld subsequent/filling passes* X

 perform capping* X

 interpret drawing X

 identify materials and consumables X X

 interpret welding codes X X

 perform basic math computations and mensuration X X

 identify weld defects* X X

 rectify weld defects* X

 apply weld techniques* X

 handle materials, tools and equipment X

 observe safety practices* X X

 pass weld visual inspection* X

NOTE: *Critical aspects of competency

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SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE COMPETENCY ASSESSOR

Qualification: FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC I

Title of Competency: Weld carbon steel plates using FCAW

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND PREPARE AS NECESSARY:

1. The Assessor shall:

 Provide the candidate for the necessary tools, equipment, supplies and
materials. The plates to be welded must be beveled before the
assessment. (Please refer to List of Tools, Materials and Equipment)
 Provide the Candidate with a copy of the Instruction for Demonstration.
 Allow the Demonstration to be performed within 1 ½ hours.
 Ensure that the Candidate FULLY understands the instruction prior
proceeding to the performance of the task.
 Allow 15 minutes for the candidate to familiarize him/herself with the
resources to be used in this demonstration.
 Ensure that the Candidate is wearing appropriate personal protective
equipment before allowing him/her to proceed with the task.

2. Assessment shall be based on the units of competency in the Training Regulation

and Evidence Plan and shall focus on the evidence gathering methods below.

 Demonstration /Observation with oral questioning

 Written test

3. Final assessment shall be your responsibility as Accredited Assessor.

4. At the end of the assessment, you shall provide the candidate feedback on the
assessment results. The feedback shall indicate whether the candidate is.

 Competent
 Not Yet Competent

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SUGGESTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR DEMONSTRATION
WITH ORAL QUESTIONING

1. What is the difference between root pass, filling pass and capping?
ANSWER:
 Root pass is the first single pass weld bead deposited on the base
metal at the joint
 Filling pass/es is/are succeeding passes after the root pass
 Capping is the top weld bead pass

2. What is the purpose of inert gas in FCAW?

ANSWER: To prevent contamination of the molten weld puddle which can cause
porosity

3. What effect does wind velocity has on the weld?

ANSWER: High wind velocity causes weld defect (porosity).

4. Name at least four kinds of weld discontinuities.

ANSWER:
 Incomplete fusion
 Undercut
 Overlap
 Underfill
 Incomplete joint penetration
5. What are the welding parameters that must be maintained to produce quality
weld?
ANSWER:
 Current setting
 Length of arc
 Angle of electrode
 Manipulation of the electrode
 Speed of travel
6. Name at least four types of distortions in weldments.
ANSWER:
 Longitudinal shrinkage
 Transverse shrinkage
 Angular distortion
 Bowing
 Buckling
 Twisting

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7. Why are clamps and/or restraints used in welding?
ANSWER: To prevent or minimize distortion

8. What are the causes of poor penetration and incomplete fusion?

ANSWER:
 Insufficient root gap
 Welding current too low

9. What causes slag inclusion and undercut?

ANSWER:
 Thorough cleaning of weld causes slag inclusion
 Correct adjustment of current

10. What must be undertaken to rectify partial joint penetration?

ANSWER: Perform back gouging and weld from the other side

11. What must be done to prevent the formation of fumes and gases?
ANSWER:
 Do not weld on dirty metal or metal contaminated by unknown material
 Remove all paint and galvanized coating before welding
12. In welding work, how can electric shocks be prevented?
ANSWER:
 Ground all electrical equipment and the workpiece
 Use the recommended cable size
 Make sure all electrical connections are tight, clean and dry
 Keep work area, equipment and clothing dry at all times
 Keep cables and connectors in good condition at all times
 Avoid open-circuit voltage
 Wear insulated gloves when adjusting equipment
 Follow safety standards

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 ANSWER KEY

Qualification: FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC I

Unit of Competency: WELD CARBON STEEL PLATES USING FCAW

Multiple Choice
1. A 21. C
2. C 22. D
3. C 23. D
4. D 24. C
5. A 25. A
6. B 26. A
7. D 27. B
8. A 28. B
9. B 29. C
10. C 30. C
11. B 31. D
12. B 32. D
13. B 33. C
14. A 34. C
15. A
16. A Matching Type
17. C 1. F
18. A 2. E
19. B 3. D
20. C 4. C
5. B
6. A

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SUPPLIES, MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Qualification: FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC I

Unit of Competency: WELD CARBON STEEL PLATES USING FCAW

Quantity Item

Equipment

1 unit FCAW welding equipment

1 unit Portable grinder

Tools

1 pc Chipping hammer

1 pc File (flat or half-round)

1 pc Ball peen hammer

1 pc Steel brush

Safety Paraphernalia

1 pc Welding apron

1 pc Dust mask

1 pc Welding helmet with grade # 12 Filter lens

1 pc Welding gloves

1 pc Safety shoes

Materials

4 pc MS plate 10mmx 100 mm x 200mm (with bevel)

5 kg Flux-cored wire coil, Ø 2.4 mm E71T-1

Supply (for 10 pax )

1 tank CO2 gas (welding grade)

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