SELF-ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Qualification: SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) NC I
Unit of Competency: WELD CARBON STEEL PLATES USING SMAW
Instruction:
Read each of the questions in the left-hand column of the chart.
Place a check in the appropriate box opposite each question to indicate your
answer.
Can I? YES NO
Perform root pass
Clean root pass
Weld subsequent/filling passes
Perform capping
Interpret drawing
Know materials and consumables
Know welding codes
Perform basic math computations and mensuration
Know weld defects
Rectify weld defects
Apply weld techniques
Handle materials, tools and equipment
Observe safety practices
Pass weld visual inspection
I agree to undertake assessment in the knowledge that information gathered will only be
used for professional development purposes and can only be accessed by concerned
assessment personnel and my manager/supervisor.
Candidate’s name
Date:
& signature:
MEEEAW106-0609
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC I