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THE WORLD OF WELDING http://www.welding.org

CONTENTS Winter 2013-14

From Pegboards to Simulators to Virtual Reality Welding by André Odermatt .................................................. 3
Virtual Inspection Online Fulfills Many Purposes by Biazzio Giordano, Jr. ...................................................... 4
Welding Passed Down Through Generations..................................... ................................................................ .7
Uncovering Kokopelli .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Hobart Institute Named Military Friendly School for 2014 ................................................................................ 9
Job Fair Tips by Brenna Frania ......................................................................................................................... 10
Cover Story: Sharing Welding Experiences by James C. Walters ..................................................................... 11
Experience is the Best Teacher by Kevin Trick...................................................................................................13
Hobart Institute Welcomes Visitors from Ohio Dept of Veterans Services.................................... .................. .14
Kevin Trick Earns American Welding Society’s Certified Welding Inspector Designation.............................. .17
Industrial Art by Marty Baker ............................................................................................................................ 19
Hobart Institute Will Grant Scholarships in Honor of André A. Odermatt.................................... ................... .21
Welding Students Learn the Art of Building and Welding Steel Railing by Neil Mansfield ............................. 22
The Welding Business Owner’s Handbook ....................................................................................................... 23
Hobart Institute Recognizes Excellence ............................................................................................................ 24
Frequently Asked Questions: Prerequisite Testing by Kevin Trick .................................................................... 25
New Releases from Hobart Institute .................................................................................................................. 25
Picture Yourself in the World of Welding .......................................................................................................... 26
Hobart Institute Participates in National Manufacturing Day 2013 .................................................................. 34
Enroll in Upcoming Courses at the Institute ...................................................................................................... 35

Front Cover: East Tennessee Veterans Memorial. Photo © Robert Batey Photography. Printed with permission.
Stainless steel bell tower constructed by Axis Fabrication and Machine, LLC. Story on page 11.

Articles submitted to The World of Welding by outside sources do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hobart Institute. The Hobart Institute of Welding
Technology does not endorse or promote products which may be described in the magazine other than services or products offered by the Institute. Information
about new products or developments in the welding industry are often press releases issued by the companies offering the products and are published based
on their education and news value. Such information is published for informational purposes only and the accuracy thereof is not warranted. Purchasers of
products featured in this magazine should investigate the product as to its quality, features, and appropriateness for purchase.
MISSION OF THE
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY
The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology is a nonprofit institution dedicated to welding training and education excellence.
The Institute educates and trains individuals in the use and application of welding technologies; develops and disseminates welding training
and educational material; and conducts certification research and qualifications for the welding industry.
Based in North America, The Institute continues to enhance its reputation worldwide through affiliations with
leading international training organizations, assuring continued growth and self-sufficiency.
The long-range mission of the Institute is to be the premier welding institute worldwide.

The World of Welding ISSN 1545-9691
A quarterly publication of the
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
400 Trade Square East; Troy, OH 45373 U.S.A.
Phone:
(800) 332-9448 or (937) 332-5000 Fax: (937) 332-5200
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Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools Registration No. CR70-12-0064HT
Andre Odermatt, President Marty Baker, Editor
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