In this course, students will explore theory in the classroom and gain hands-on experience with essential welding and cutting practices commonly used in industrial applications. Students will practice welding techniques using the following processes: GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding, SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding). Students will explore theory and practice for cutting processes such as oxyfuel cutting, plasma cutting, and ironworker operation. Additional topics include Blueprint reading (welding symbols), Inspection, Codes and Standards, and Metallurgy (Material Properties and Characteristics). Students will learn how to thoroughly inspect and set up the equipment before welding or cutting, and how to prepare materials and several types of joints for welding. Students will also learn about finishing procedures and quality control. By course completion, students will be able to weld GMAW, FCAW, SMAW and GTAW proficiently on various materials and will be comfortable fabricating and welding from work procedure specifications (WPS).
Prerequisites
None
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
1. Demonstrate safe and proper operation of welding and cutting equipment.
2. Identify material properties and characteristics
3. Describe material processing technology available for metals including cutting, forming, and joining.
4. Evaluate job scenarios to select the proper welding or cutting process.
5. Apply finishing techniques to welded or fabricated materials.
6. Evaluate completed workpieces for quality using inspection techniques and measuring tools.
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
- Introduction to Industrial Welding
- Thermal Cutting Technology
- Gas Metal Arc Welding Principles
- Flux Core Arce Welding Principles
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Principles
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding Principles
- Codes and Standards
- Inspection
- Blueprint/ Weld Symbols
- Capstone Project
PO4 Students will be able to conduct measurements, analyze and interpret data, and propose methods for resolving problems
All subject matter in the course outline will be taught to the depth of learning necessary to ensure students are prepared for the next class in the sequence/program. The learning outcomes and guidelines on this MCO must be reviewed for updates no more than every three years.