VGCC Library Services: Welding Technology: Online Books, Videos, & Websites

Online Books for Welding Technology

Take Note: The online materials listed here are not an exhaustive list of the available resources for the Welding Technology program. If looking for other materials, please consult the ebook databases or meet with one of VGCC's librarians.

Brazing and Soldering 2012, IBSC Proceedings of 5th Intl. Conference by R. Gourley (Editor); C. Walker (Editor)
ISBN: 9781615039777
Publication Date: 2012-06-01
Proceedings from the 2012 International Brazing and Soldering Conference, covering research, development and application of brazing and soldering technology and techniques.
Farm and Workshop Welding (ebook) by Andrew Pearce
ISBN: 9781565237414
Publication Date: 2012-09-01
Also available in print.
Joining by F. C. Campbell
ISBN: 9781615038251
Publication Date: 2011-11-30
Introduces the most important industrial joining methods: welding, brazing, soldering, fastening, and adhesive bonding. Addresses metallurgical issues that must be understood during welding, and provides an overview of issues to consider when joining systems of materials that are the same, similar, or different.
Lead-Free Solders by K. Subramanian (Editor)
ISBN: 9780470971826
Publication Date: 2012-04-02
Chronicles the search for reliable drop-in lead-free alternatives to to lead-based solders in the electrical and electronics industries
Opportunities in Metalworking by Mark Rowh
ISBN: 9780071493109
Publication Date: 2008-04-11
Provides you with a complete overview of the job possibilities, salary figures, and experience required to enter the field of metalworking.
Trends in Welding Research by Tarasankar DebRoy
ISBN: 9781615039999
Publication Date: 2013-01-01
Topics covered in this volume include friction stir welding, sensing, control and automation, microstructure and properties, welding processes, procedures and consumables, weldability, modeling, phase transformations, residual stress and distortion, physical processes in welding, and properties and structural integrity of weldments.
Welding Complete, 2nd Edition by Cool Springs Press Editors; Michael A. Reeser
ISBN: 9781591866916
Publication Date: 2017-07-25
Shows you everything you need to know to become a competent and safe welder.

Online Videos for Welding Technology

Films on Demand : Welding Videos
A list of the welding videos available from the Films on Demand database.

Websites

American Welding Society
"A nonprofit organization with a global mission to advance the science, technology and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes, including brazing, soldering and thermal spraying. AWS strives to move the industry forward in both thought and action, as well as inspire new generations to see the exciting career opportunities available today."
Welding.com
"Welding.Com joins the welding industry business to business by connecting online services which help small to medium sized companies become more efficient, discover new opportunities and reduce the cost of doing business."

Career Information Websites

O*Net : Employment trends
Trends in employment within Welding Technology from O*Net.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Welding Technology
Job description for Welding Technology from the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Welders & Welding Technicians (Ferguson's Career Guidance Center)
An introduction to welding as a career with information on education, pay, and what the work is like. Includes links to more resources.
Careers in Welding
Examines many different careers in the welding field and details the education needed and median pay for each.