Welding Engineering - An Introduction

Introduces the fundamentals of welding engineering, covering principles, theories, and concepts in an easy to understand manner.

Welding Engineering: An Introduction provides a comprehensive introduction to all of the important topics in welding engineering. It covers a broad range of topics and presents each topic in an introductory manner with emphasis on the fundamental principles. Types of welding processes covered include arc welding, resistance welding, solid-state welding, and high energy density welding. The design considerations of welding are also considered.

Additional topics covered include welding metallurgy, welding of materials, and non-destructive testing of welds. The latest industry codes and standards are also covered in detail.

‧ Introduces the fundamentals of welding engineering, covering principles, theories, and concepts in an easy to understand manner.
‧ Covers a broad range of welding processes
‧ Examines design considerations for welding
‧ Includes coverage of the latest hybrid and novel approaches to welding
‧ Includes case studies covering key topics
‧ The latest industry codes and standards are covered in detail

Dr. David Phillips is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Welding Engineering program at The Ohio State University. He has a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and PhD in Welding Engineering.?David is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Welding Engineering, an International Welding Engineer (I.W.E.), and a Certified Welding Inspector (C.W.I.).?He brings over 20 years of Welding Engineering experience to his classroom, with particular emphasis in the automotive and aerospace industry sectors. In addition to the course that this text book was developed for, David teaches numerous Welding Engineering courses at The Ohio State University, ranging from sophomore to graduate level.