Welding

This course will study the basic fundamentals of metallurgy. We will discuss the behavior of metals and how they relate to the field of welding. Topics include identification, classification and properties of ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, alloys, heat treatment, destructive and non-destructive tests, cast iron and plastics. (F)

This welding lab course introduces the processes of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) with hands on instruction for the beginner to advanced level using carbon steel plate. Topics include: GMAW safety, GMAW principles, GMAW maintenance,  GMAW electrodes and gases. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This theory course introduces the processes of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) to students to successfully weld on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum plate. Topics include: GT AW safety, GTAW principles, GTAW equipment, GTAW gasses and electrodes, and GTAW technique. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and
cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This welding lab course introduces the processes of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding {GTAW} with hands on instruction for the beginner to advanced level using carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum alloys. Topics include: GTAW safety, GTAW principles, GTAW maintenance, GTAW electrodes and gasses. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE} and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This theory course introduces the processes of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) to produce welds on carbon steel plate. Topics include: SMAW safety, SMAW principles, SMAW electrodes, SMAW techniques. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This welding lab course introduces the processes of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) with hands on instruction for the beginner to advanced level using carbon steel plate. Topics include: SMAW safety, SMAW principles, SMAW maintenance, and SMAW electrodes and gasses. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This theory course introduces the processes of Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) to produce welds on carbon steel plate. Topics include: FCAW safety, FCAW principles, FCAW electrodes, and FCAW techniques. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This welding lab course introduces the processes of Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) with hands on instruction for the beginner to advanced level using carbon steel plate. Topics include: FCAW safety, FCAW principles, FCAW maintenance, and FCAW electrodes and gasses. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment {PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.

This theory course introduces the processes of, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC). Safety for the student such as Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies and materials that are used in industry are introduced. The use of welding symbols and blueprint reading will be discussed and put into practice. This class may also require the need to attend field trips that include industry tours outside of the classroom. Corequisite: WELD 153. (F)

This theory course focuses on advanced lessons in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC). Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) and Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) are also introduced. The course will also study welding symbols, drawings, nonferrous welding applications, welding codes, specifications and tests with special emphasis on the American Welding Society (AWS) welder qualifications. In addition, a resume and mock job interview process will be required and evaluated. This class may require the need to attend field trips that include industry tours outside of the classroom. Prerequisite: WELD 151. Corequisite: WELD 154. (S)

This course gives beginning instructions in laboratory safety, use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), with a strong emphasis on the safe handling of welding and cutting equipment. Basic hands-on instruction in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC) on various thicknesses of metal, and the techniques used. Also covered are welding supplies and equipment maintenance. This class may also require the need to attend field trips that include industry tours outside of the classroom. Corequisite: WELD 151. (F)

Instruction will consist of perfecting skilled welding on plate steel in all positions using Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW). The cutting processes of Carbon Arc Cutting-Air (CAC-A) and Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) will be practiced. Students will practice and weld plates in accordance to the American Welding Society (AWS) certification guidelines. This course will also have planned industry field trips, welding competitions (state and local), and career fairs when scheduled. Prerequisite: WELD 153. Corequisite: WELD 152. (S)

This course will provide the student with technical understanding in advanced welding theory which includes the study of electricity for the different welding and cutting processes. It will provide the student with a theoretical understanding of welding and cutting processes when using mechanical and computer controlled (CNC) equipment. It will provide the student with theory for writing Numerical Control (NC) programming. The course will also provide the student with theory on metallurgy pertaining to welding and cutting. A student portfolio will be designed. Prerequisite: WELD 152. Co-requisite: WELD 211. (F)

This course provides theory to develop welding skills necessary to make certified welds according to the American Welding Society (AWS), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), or American Petroleum Institute (API) Codes. Weld-ability of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, metal identification, nondestructive and destructive testing, industrial safety, and OSHA regulations will be covered. This course will also provide the student with a technical understanding of weld procedures and the advanced operation of welding equipment including robotic applications. The student will learn various advanced welding certification and inspection applications which include what it takes to become a Certified Welding Inspector and a CWI's inspection duties. Prerequisite: WELD 201. Corequisite: WELD 212. (S)

This course provides the student an opportunity to learn various advanced welding applications for pipe welding which include Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). The student will also learn about qualifications and certifications from various national welding codes and standards including an unlimited thickness qualification. This course will also provide the student with the technical understanding of calculating material and use of proper procedures for the completion of pipe and heavy plate weldments. The student will also learn a technical understanding of machine control cutting and robotic welding operations which include Numerical Control (NC) programming and teach pendant control. Prerequisites: WELD 152, WELD 154, MFGT 101, MFGT 123, MFGT 135, MFGT 137. Corequisite: WELD 201. (F)

This course provides the student an opportunity to use on projects a variety of advanced welding applications which include Gas Metal Arc Welding- Pulse (GMAW-P), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). The student will learn advanced CNC plasma cutting, robotic welding, shear, and press brake controls to correctly operate fabrication equipment needed for the completion of projects. This course will provide the student with a technical understanding of tacking and welding techniques for completing projects to reflect industry standards. This course will provide the student with a technical understanding of calculating material and use of proper procedures for the completion of projects manufactured in the lab. Prerequisite: MFGT 140 and WELD 211. Corequisite: WELD 202. (S)

This theory course introduces the processes of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).
Topics included: GMAW Safety, GMAW Principles, GMAW Maintenance, and GMAW Metal Arc Transfers including Short Circuit, Spray arc and Pulse. This course will also include shop industrial shop safety, thermal cutting processes including oxy fuel and carbon arc methods. Safety for the students such as Personal Protection Equipment {PPE) and safe welding practices in the welding shop are emphasized. Welding and cutting equipment, selection of welding supplies, and materials that are used in industry.