This document discusses welding, including its definition, purpose, equipment, use, dangers, and safety cautions. Welding is used to permanently connect two metal parts using thermal power. The primary purpose of a welding machine is to supply electrical power to a welding gun to create an arc that melts metal and produces a weld. Proper personal protective equipment should be worn and flammable materials kept at a safe distance during welding due to risks such as electric shock, radiation, fire, and burns.