Archives: Courses
WLDG 1435 W – Introduction to Pipe Welding (4,2,4).
An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes.
WLDG 1434 W – Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding (4,1,9).
Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup, GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions and joint designs.
WLDG 1430 W – Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (4,2,6).
Principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs.
WLDG 1428 W – Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (4,2,6).
An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions.
WLDG 1421 W – Welding Fundamentals (4,2,6).
An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in oxy-fuel and arc welding, including welding and cutting safety, basic oxy-fuel welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy.
WLDG 1413 W – Introduction to Blueprint Reading for Welders (4,2,6).
A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis placed on terminology, symbols, graphic description, and welding processes. Includes systems of measurement and industry standards. Also includes interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry to facilitate field application and production.
WLDG 1391 W – Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist (3,2,4).
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
WLDG 1337 W – Introduction to Welding Metallurgy (3,1,5).
A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability, and ductility.
WLDG 1323 W – Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment (3,2,4).
An introduction to welding equipment and safety practices, including OSHA standards for industry.
WLDG 1317 W – Introduction to Layout and Fabrication (3,2,4).
A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction.