This course is an introduction to Oxy/Acetylene and basic arc welding procedures in the workplace in accordance with American Welding Society (AWS) standards. Students will learn the proper safety techniques involved in handling welding equipment.
"C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in WELD 118.
This course will include instruction on basic hand tools. This course will also introduce proper handling of shop tools and equipment.
"C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in WELD 117.
This course covers intermediate arc welding procedures, including the safe and proper use of shop equipment, tools, and materials. Students will learn weld symbols and structure. This course is also an introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or MIG welding.
“C” or higher in WELD 117 and WELD 118.
This course covers introduction to safe practices, setup, and operation of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) equipment. Our students will use GTAW in steel and aluminum, sheet metal and mild steel plate in flat, butt, and tee positions. We will also cover out of position welding using GTAW or MIG in vertical and overhead positions. Emphasis will be on practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.
"C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in WELD 120 and WELD 166.
This course introduces plasma-arc cutting systems to students. These topics include safety, proper equipment setup, and operation of plasma and carbon air arc gouging equipment with emphasis on straight line, curve, and bevel cutting.
"C" or higher in WELD 117 and WELD 118. "C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in WELD 120.
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.