14 courses with the subject WELD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
WELD 1101Welding Safety and Theory I3
This course will give the student a basic introduction to welding and cover basic safety for the welding trade. Theory for Shielded Metal, Gas Metal, Flux Cored, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Processes. Theory for Oxygen Fuel, Plasma Arc, and Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging processes. Also covered is visual inspection and quality standards. Learning Outcomes Define five basic metal joints in the four main welding positions within the industry. Demonstrate proper setup and adjustment of welding and gas cylinder equipment Explain the four GMAW modes of transfer using proper machine settings. Identify electrode types for SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes. Identify components of welding equipment and perform basic maintenance. Read fillet weld gauges to measure fillet welds. Define five basic metal joints in the four main welding positions within the industry. Identify basic safety standards needed in the welding industry. Summarize how to cut multiple thicknesses of metal using various processes. Identify proper machine settings for various thickness ranges.
This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process on carbon steel plate in flat and horizontal positions. IN addition, students develop skills in manual and mechanized Oxygen Fuel Cutting (OFC). Learning Outcomes Perform manual PAC cutting on 1/4” to 1/2” metal plate including piercing hole cuts Perform angle grinder and belt sander setup and operation Demonstrate and follow all safety practices. Perform string bead surfacing, 2F single pass, 2G single pass, and 2G multi pass welds in the horizontal position on carbon steel using E7018 and E6010 electrodes. Demonstrate angle grinder and belt sander setup and operation. Determine proper settings on the welding machine for SMAW welds. Perform SMAW equipment setup and basic operation for carbon steel welds. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Perform stringer bead surfacing, lF single pass, lG single pass, and lG multi pass welds on the flat position on carbon steel using E7018 and E6010 electrodes. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for SMAW welding for carbon steel welds.
This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process on carbon steel plate in flat and horizontal positions to be performed in short circuiting and spray arc transfer. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper electrode control and manipulation for carbon steel welds. Perform iron worker and band saw setup and operation. Demonstrate proper safety practices. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for GMAW welding for carbon steel welds. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 1F single pass, 1G single pass, and 1G multi pass welds in the flat position on carbon steel in short circuiting and spray arc transfer modes. Perform GMAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings for carbon steel welds. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 2F single pass, 2G single pass, and 2G multi pass welds in the horizontal position on carbon steel in short circuiting and spray arc transfer modes. Determine proper settings for welding machine. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met.
This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process on carbon steel plate in flat and horizontal positions. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper safety practices. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for FCAW welding for carbon steel welds. Perform FCAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings for carbon steel welds. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 2F single pass, 2G single pass, and 2G multi pass welds in the horizontal position on carbon steel. Perform iron worker and band saw setup and operation. Determine proper settings for amperage and voltage on the welding machine for FCAW welds. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 1F single pass, 1G single pass, and 1G multi pass welds in the flat position on carbon steel.
This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process on mild steel sheet and plate in the flat and horizontal positions to include Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper safety practices. Demonstrate proper tungsten sharpening. Demonstrate proper electrode and filler rod control and manipulation. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for GTAW welding. Perform all welding processes in accordance with shop / industry standards. Demonstrate sand blaster setup and operation. Perform GTAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings. Determine proper settings for amperage on the welding machine.
In this course students learn to interpret drawings related to the manufacture of metal products from simple single part drawings to more complex multi-part drawings. Students learn welding symbols, drawing symbols, material specifications, and basic fabrication methods used on blueprint drawings. Learning Outcomes Explain how drawings are used by developers of a product in all steps of the manufacturing process . Identify metal classifications as listed on a bill of materials. Identify the difference between pictorial and orthographic projections and their use in basic drawing views. Interpret additional views that vary from basic drawing views. Interpret basic weld symbols used on engineering drawings. Identify notes and specifications and hole types on engineering drawings. Identify different types of engineering drawings and explain the terms used. Calculate dimensions with tolerances. Identify the different types of lines used on engineering drawings.
Prerequisites WELD 1150 Students in this course will demonstrate the use of the American Welding Society (AWS) welding symbol to industry standards. Students will interpret joint design from welding symbols and learn forming and cutting processes shown on engineering drawings. Classification of base materials and wire will be emphasized. Learning Outcomes Explain the SAE/AISI and ASTM steel classification numbering systems. Identify AWS filler wire designations for SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes. Explain components of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) symbols added as part of a weld symbol. Sketch basic and advanced welding assembly drawings and groove, edge flange, corner flange and flare-v weld symbols. Interpret full, half, partial, and revolved section views on an engineering drawing. Identify sheet, plate, tube, pipe, and structural shape cutting practices. Interpret AWS welding symbols. Explain components of multi-weld AWS weld symbols. Interpret specifications for effective throat, size, profile, side of joint, and melt-through weld symbols.
Upon completion of this course, students will understand metallurgy as it pertains to base metal and its alloying elements. Students will understand basic safety practices associated within the welding industry and will learn about advanced welding processes and cutting technology. Students will interpret code specifications with testing and inspection gauges.
Prerequisites WELD 1111 , WELD 1101 Co-Requisites WELD 1210 This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process on carbon steel plate in vertical and overhead positions. Learning Outcomes Perform iron worker and band saw setup and operation. Demonstrate proper electrode control and manipulation for carbon steel welds while meeting safety practices. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 3F single pass, 3G single pass, and 3G multi pass welds in the vertical position on carbon steel using E7018 and E6010 electrodes. Perform SMAW equipment setup and basic operation for carbon steel welds. Perform arc blow control procedures. Determine proper settings on the welding machine for SMAW welds. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for SMAW welding for carbon steel welds. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 4F single pass, 4G single pass, and 4G multi pass welds in the overhead position on carbon steel using E7018 and E6010 electrodes.
Prerequisites WELD 1101 , WELD 1120 Co-Requisites WELD 1210 This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process on carbon steel plate, aluminum, and stainless steel. Welds are performed in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions in short circuiting, spray arc transfer, and pulse mode. Learning Outcomes Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for GMAW welding. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 3F single pass, 3G single pass, and 3G multi pass welds in the vertical position. Demonstrate proper safety procedures. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 4F singles pass, 4G single pass, and 4G multi pass welds in the overhead position. Perform GMAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings. Determine proper settings on the welding machine for GMAW welds. Demonstrate proper electrode control and manipulation.
Prerequisites WELD 1101 , WELD 1130 Co-Requisites WELD 1210 This course develops the welding skills necessary for the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process on carbon steel plate in vertical and overhead positions. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper safety practices. Determine proper settings on the welding machine for FCAW welds. Perform FCAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings for carbon steel welds. Demonstrate proper electrode control and manipulation for carbon steel welds. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for FCAW welding for carbon steel welds. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 3F single pass, 3G single pass, and 3G multi pass welds in the vertical-up position on carbon steel. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 4F single pass, 4G single pass, and 4G multi pass welds in the overhead position on carbon steel. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met.
Co-Requisites WELD 1210 This course will develop the skills necessary for the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process on aluminum and stainless steel sheet and plate in the flat, horizontal, and vertical up positions. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper safety practices. Perform sheet metal cutting and forming. Perform stringer bead surfacing. 2F single pass, 2G single pass, and 2G multi pass welds in the horizontal position; 3F single pass, 3G single pass, and 3G multi pass welds in the vertical-up position; and 4F single pass, 4G single pass, and 4G multi pass welds in the overhead position on stainless steel. Perform GTAW equipment setup and basic operation including gas flow settings for aluminum and stainless steel welds. Determine proper settings on the welding machine for aluminum and stainless steel welds. Perform sheet metal cutting. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Visually inspect welds and cuts to determine if standards are met. Determine proper travel, speed, and work angles for GTAW welding for aluminum and stainless steel welds. Demonstrate proper safety practices. Perform stringer bead surfacing, 1F single pass, 1G single pass, and 1G multi pass welds in the flat position on aluminum and stainless steel. Demonstrate proper electrode and filler rod control and manipulation for aluminum and stainless steel welds.
Variable Credits Y This course is designed for skill development. Students will have the opportunity to work with Oxy Fuel and Stick Welding and/or Mig and Tig Welding. Safety will be taught and reinforced as students advance their skills and welding experiences. This course is designed for all skill levels.
Variable Credits Y This is a special topics course. Please see instructor for course description. Learning Outcomes This is a special topics course. Please see instructor for learning outcomes.
