Defined by AWS "welding with a torch,gun,or electrode holder held and manipulated by hand," the welder performs the welding function and maintains continuous control of the welding operations by hand. Manual Semi-Automatic Automatic None of These

## Step 1<br />The problem provides a definition of a type of welding method. The definition states that the welding is performed with a torch, gun, or electrode holder that is held and manipulated by hand. This means that the welder has to maintain continuous control of the welding operations by hand.<br />## Step 2<br />Based on the given definition, we need to identify the type of welding method that matches this description. The options provided are Manual, Semi-Automatic, Automatic, and None of These.<br />## Step 3<br />The definition provided in the problem aligns with the characteristics of Manual welding. In Manual welding, the welder has to hold and manipulate the torch, gun, or electrode holder by hand, and maintain continuous control of the welding operations.<br />## Step 4<br />Therefore, based on the given definition and the characteristics of Manual welding, the correct answer is Manual.