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Chapter one: Careers in Welding Flashcards

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aptitude

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something a person does well

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career

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a series of related jobs that shows progression in a field of work

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employability characteristics

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non-welding skills and characteristics that employers expect every employee to have and that are critical to finding and keeping a job

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entrepreneur

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a person who starts and runs his or her own business

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ethical behavior

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behavior that conforms to accepted standards of fairness and good conduct on the job

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goal

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an aim or target that a person tries to achieve

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integrity

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the characteristic of firmly following your moral beliefs

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interview

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a meeting between an employer and potential employee (applicant) in which both people attempt to determine whether the applicant is a good fit for the company

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job

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any type of regular employment, usually for pay

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leadership

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the ability to guide or direct other people

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letter of recommendation

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a letter from someone who knows a job applicant well and can vouch for the applicant’s strengths and skills

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personal management skills

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skills that help a person function well in a job, such as self-control, flexibility, and the ability to learn new skils

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reference

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a person who knows you well and can provide important information about you to a potential employer

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resume

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a brief outline of your education, work experience, and other qualifications for work

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teamwork

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action taken by a small group of people working together for a common purpose

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trait

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a personal quality such as the ability to communicate or a strong work ethic

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the ability to guide or direct other people

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leadership

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a brief outline of your education, work experience, and other qualifications for work

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resume

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a person who knows you well and can provide important information about you to a potential employer

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reference

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the characteristic of firmly following your moral beliefs

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integrity

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any type of regular employment, ususally for pay

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job

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a person who starts and runs his or her own business

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entrepreneur

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something a person does well

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aptitude

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a personal quality such as the ability to communicate or a strong work ethic

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trait

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an aim or target that a person tries to achieve

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goal

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a series of related jobs that shows progression in a field of work

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career

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a letter from someone who knows a job applicant well and can vouch for the applicant’s strengths and skills

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letter of recommendation

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skills that help a person function well in a job, such as self-control, flexibility, and the ability to learn new skills

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personal management skills

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a meeting between an employer and a potential employee (applicant) in which both people attempt to determine whether an applicant is a good fit for the company

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interview

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behavior that conforms to accepted standards of fairness and good conduct on the job

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ethical behavior

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action taken by a small group of people working together for a common purpose

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teamwork

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non-welding skills and characteristics that employers expect every employee to have and that are critical to finding and keeping a job

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employability characteristics

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Name six factors you should consider when you identify your personal career goals

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your career interests
your aptitudes
your personal traits
amount of wages you might earn in comparison to education needed
knowing duties and responsibilities
match personal characteristics
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List two online sources for finding out more about careers that interest you

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CareerOneStop

Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook

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If you decided to become a welding inspector, what level of education would you expect to be required?

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Technical School or Community College

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In most cases, a pipefitter’s education includes a trade ____

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apprenticeship

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The most basic requirement for a job in welding is the ability to do the work ______ and accurately.

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safely

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True or False

Employers are looking for welders who have an understanding of basic math.

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T

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Non-welding skills and personal traits employers look for in potential employees are commonly called _______ characteristics.

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employability

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Why is it important to consider cultural differences when communicating with others in the work place?

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Communication is difficult when people are uncomfortable, so respecting the cultural differences among your coworkers can improve the effectiveness of your communication.

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Describe ethical behavior as it applies to welding employees.

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Taking shortcuts to get a job done on time or using inferior products to save money are examples of unethical acts that could cause you or others to be injured. If the weld later fails, the customer could also be injured and take legal action against you or your company.

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When filling out a job application, why should you write “NA” or “Not Applicable” in answer blanks that do not apply to you?

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so the employer does no think you overlooked that question and are not a careful worker

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Describe the appropriate clothing to wear to a job interview as a welder.

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business casual attire or a good pair of jeans and a shirt with a collar
However, dress shirt is appropriate if you are applying as an inspector, foreman, or as an engineer.

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List five factors that may keep a person from being hired for a job.

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A poorly completed application
Difficulty expressing yourself
Demanding starting pay that is too high
Excessive interest in security and benefits
Failing a drug test
A poor scholastic record
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List six factors that may result in termination or lack of promotion on a job.

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Poor attendance without cause
Use of alcohol
Drug Use
Inability to perform tasks assigned
Refusing to follow directions from supervisor
Fighting and threatening peers
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Briefly describe the advantages and disadvantages of becoming an entrepreneur.

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Advantages: be their own boss, control over work schedule, sense of accomplishment and satisfaction

Disadvantages: hard work, beginning very little money coming in, if fails you lose everything, 30% of businesses do not last two years, stress

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List two reasons why receiving training on new welding methods or new welding equipment is beneficial.

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efficiency

growth

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