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CONTENTS Spring 2014

How Welders Learn by André Odermatt .............................................................................................................. 3
Cover Story: Birth of a Carrier by Biazzio Giordano, Jr. ................................................................................... 4
Just Released: Pocket Welding Guide..................................... ............................................................................ .6
New Faces at Hobart Institute: Zane Meyer and Lee Nelson .............................................................................. 7
Phone Number Changes ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Hobart Institute Opens New Training Area ......................................................................................................... 8
Hobart Institute Exhibits at Troy Bicentennial Opening ...................................................................................... 9
Bouquet of Hamlet / Bethlehem AVTS .............................................................................................................. 10
Remembering Armenia (Aka) B. Pereyma by André Odermatt ....................................................................... 11
Veterans -- Manufacturers Need You! by Mike Aroney......................................................................................12
Who Says Girls Can’t Weld Bulldozers by Neil Mansfield.................................... ........................................... .14
Creativity Reflects Caring.................................... ............................................................................................. .15
Book Review: The Art of Welding.............................. ...................................................................................... .17
AWS Presents Extraordinary Welding Award To Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball ..................................... 18
Jon Brittingham Completes Art Project ............................................................................................................. 18
Exciting Adventure to the South Pole: Patrick Scott Beam.................................... .......................................... .20
Recapping Most Frequently Asked Questions by Kevin Trick ........................................................................... 23
Hobart Institute Recognizes Excellence ............................................................................................................ 24
Saturday Tour ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
Picture Yourself in the World of Welding .......................................................................................................... 25
Enroll in Upcoming Courses at the Institute ...................................................................................................... 35

Front Cover: USS Gerald R. Ford CVN 78. Photo by Biazzio Giordano, Parkside High School, Salisbuy, MD.
See story page 4.

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
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Phone:
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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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