WLDG-1312: Introduction to Flux Cored Arc Welding
Credit Hours 3An overview of terminology, safety procedures, and equipment set-up. Practice in performing various joints using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment.
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WLDG-1313: Introduction to Blueprint Reading for Welders
Credit Hours 3A 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-1317: Introduction to Layout and Fabrication
Credit Hours 3A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction.
WLDG-1323: Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment
Credit Hours 3An introduction to welding careers, equipment and safety practice, including OSHA Standards for Industry.
WLDG-1425: Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting
Credit Hours 4An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, safety, set up and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, and cutting equipment and supplies.
WLDG-1428: Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Credit Hours 4An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis is placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions.
WLDG-1430: Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Credit Hours 4Principles of gas metal arc welding (GMAW), setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Instruction in various joint designs.
WLDG-1434: Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Credit Hours 4Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup of GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions on joint designs.
WLDG-1435: Introduction to Pipe Welding
Credit Hours 4An 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-1457: Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Credit Hours 4A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in various positions.
WLDG-2406: Intermediate Pipe Welding
Credit Hours 4A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Welding will be done in various positions. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices.
WLDG-2435: Advanced Layout and Fabrication
Credit Hours 4An advanced course in layout and fabrication. Includes production and fabrication of layout tools and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills.
WLDG-2443: Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Credit Hours 4Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions.
WLDG-2447: Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Credit Hours 4Advanced topics in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Includes welding in various positions.
WLDG-2451: Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Credit Hours 4Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions.
WLDG-2453: Advanced Pipe Welding
Credit Hours 4Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes.
WLDG-2488: Internship - Welder/Welding Technology
Credit Hours 4A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.