WELD 161 Welding I

Laboratory 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 shielded metal (SMAW) and gas metal (GMAW) arc welding and oxy-fuel cutting (OFC) techniques in flat and horizontal positions on various thicknesses of metal. Also covered are welding supplies and equipment maintenance. This class may also require planned industry field trips that include industry tours outside of the classroom. Co-requisite: WELD 151 - Welding Principles and Applications I. Course fee required. Fall.

Credits

4