Welding

Before you start your search, try to compile a list of potential keywords. This is always a good idea, but it is especially useful for conducting searches in a field such as Welding.

• Use common keywords such as Arc, or Technology
• Search by specific aspects such as: symbols, industry, fabrication
• Browse the subject metalworking in the Library Catalog, OneSearch, and the Wyoming State Library.
• For eJournals, try welding and Databases engineering.
• For best results, try an advanced keyword search using the terms plates or pipes combined with any or all of your identified keywords.
• Putting your search term within quotes (e.g., "blue print reading") may produce more relevant content.

Pro Tip - Once you have found a source that is perfect for your writing assignment, look at that book or article's sources.  The author has completed a lot of research on the subject.  Using the already researched items is a great way to work smarter, not  harder.

Another Tip - Use the filters on your searches.  These will appear on the left side of your screen after your initial search.  You will be able to refine your searches by content type, discipline, publication date, and more.