Course Descriptions

WLDG 1307 - INTRODUCTION TO WELDING USING MULTIPLE PROCESSES. (3:3:0)
An overview of the basic welding processes, including oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

WLDG 1412 - INTRODUCTION TO FLUX CORED ARC WELDING. (4:2:8)

An introduction to Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) terminology, safety procedures, and equipment set-up. Students will practice welding structural joints in all positions using self-shielded and gas-shielded electrodes.

WLDG 1417 - INTRODUCTION TO LAYOUT AND FABRICATION. (4:2:8)

This is a fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry.  Major emphasis is on structural shapes and their use in construction.

WLDG 1428 - INTRODUCTION TO SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING. (4:2:8)

This is an introductory course in the shielded metal arc welding process.  Emphasis is placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting and various joint designs.  The course provides instruction in SMAW fillet welds in various positions.

WLDG 1430 - INTRODUCTION TO GAS METAL ARC WELDING. (4:2:6)

This course provides a study of the principles of gas metal arc welding and the setup and use of associated equipment and tools with emphasis on safe shop practices.  Instruction is given in various joint designs.

WLDG 1434 - INTRODUCTION TO GAS TUNGSTEN ARC (TIG) WELDING. (4:2:6)

This is an introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including the proper setup and use of GTAW equipment with emphasis on the safe use of all tools and equipment. Welding instruction is provided in the various positions on joint designs.

WLDG 1453 - INTERMEDIATE LAYOUT AND FABRICATION. (4:2:8)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1417. This course is a continuation of WLDG 1417 and it covers the design and production shop layout and fabrication.  Emphasis is placed on symbols, blueprints and written specifications.

WLDG 1457 - INTERMEDIATE SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING. (4:2:8)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1428. This course provides instruction on the production of various fillets and groove welds.  The student will be tested in all welding positions and will be instructed in the preparation of test specimens and proper test procedures.

WLDG 2406 - INTERMEDIATE PIPE WELDING. (4:2:8)

This is a comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process.  Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G and 6G using various electrodes.  Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup and safe shop practices.

WLDG 2435 - ADVANCED LAYOUT AND FABRICATION. (4:2:8)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1417.  This course is a continuation of WLDG 1457 and it covers the advanced production and fabrication of layout tools and processes.  emphasis is placed on the application of fabrication and layout skills.

WLDG 2447 - ADVANCED GAS METAL ARC WELDING. (4:2:6)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1430.  This course provides the student with a study in advanced topics in gas metal arc welding (GMAW).  It includes experience in welding using the various positions and directions.

WLDG 2451 - ADVANCED GAS TUNGSTEN ARC (TIG) WELDING. (4:2:8)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1434.  This course provides advanced topics in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).  It includes welding in various positions along with the associated directions.

WLDG 2453 - ADVANCED PIPE WELDING. (4:2:8)

Prerequisite:  WLDG 1435.  This course provides the welding student with advanced topics involving the welding of pipe utilizing the shielded arc welding process.  Review topics include electrode selection, equipment setup and safe shop practices.  Emphasis is placed on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes.