Material Handling
Welders require a broad knowledge of materials handling procedures. WELD 1201 ranges from a study of ropes wire ropes, chains and a variety of rigging hardware to lifting and pulling equipment, manual and electrical hoists and cranes.
Prerequisites: WELD 1101
Corequisites: WELD 1103
Blueprint Reading I
This course is designed for the welder who has no experience in drafting. From simple sketches the course advances to dimensioned drawings and the interpretation of structural drawings. The welder's special needs are emphasized throughout. There is a mathematics module to refresh skills in practical calculation.
Prerequisites: WELD 1102
Corequisites: WELD 1104, WELD 1105
Welding Quality Control and Inspection Procedures
This course surveys the tests employed in industry to ensure welds of high quality. WELD 1204 is a theory course covering the destructive and non-destructive tests currently in common industrial use.
Prerequisites: Level C
Welding Codes, Standards and Specifications
Welding codes, standards and specifications are guarantees of public safety and product quality. WELD 1205 provides the student with an understanding of the origins, purposes and enforcement of regulations and the way they will affect his work and career development.
Prerequisites: Level C
Welding Metallurgy II
This is a metallurgy theory course that provides the Level B welding student with knowledge of the grain structure of metals and the effects of alloy content and heat treatment on the weldability of steel and aluminum.
Prerequisites: Level C
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Students will study advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) theory and application. They will describe the major components and operating principles of SMAW power sources. Students will review the composition and application of SMAW electrodes. They will further develop their skills by completing a variety of welded joints.
Prerequisites: WELD 1200
Corequisites: WELD 1220
Read Technical Drawings
Students will read and interpret fabrication drawings. They will study the principles of orthographic and pictorial projections, including all lines, views and related information. Students will interpret symbols, abbreviations and material specifications. They will identify and solve dimensioning problems.
Corequisites: WELD 1210
Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding
Students will study advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) theory and application. They will describe the operating principles of constant voltage power sources and wire feeders. Students will learn the properties and applications of blended shielding gases. They will select and use solid and tubular electrodes. Students will further develop their skills by completing a variety of welded joints.
Prerequisites: WELD1220
Corequisites: WELD1240
WELD 1240 CR-1 (formerly 1203)
Basic Metallurgy
Students will study the physical and mechanical properties of ferrous and non ferrous metals. They will describe the manufacture and processing of iron and steel. Students will learn to identify metals using practical techniques. They will classify and describe applications of iron and steel products.
Prerequisites: WELD 1220
Corequisites: WELD 1230
Stationary Shop Equipment
Students will select, set up and operate stationary fabrication equipment. They will use and maintain press drills, stationary saws, iron workers and power squaring shears. Students will develop skill by working on individual and group projects. They will comply with fabrication machinery safety regulations.
Corequisites: WELD 1230 and 1240
Shielded Metal Arc Pipe Welding
Students will study pipe welding theory technique and safety using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process (SMAW). They will learn appropriate tool use, pipe groove preparation and fitting techniques. Students will work with a variety of pipe diameters, schedules and electrodes. They will develop skill by welding pipe in all positions. Students will visually and destructively test their work
Prerequisites: WELD 1210
Corequisites: WELD 2110
Welding Standards and Testing
Students will study destructive and non-destructive testing methods applied to welded connections. They will learn and comply with welding codes and standards for structural steel, boilers and piping. Students will learn the importance of quality control and management in manufacturing, construction and maintenance operations. They will describe welding testing and certification
Prerequisites: WELD 1210 & 1230
Corequisites: WELD 2100
Gas Metal Arc Alloy Welding
Students will study advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) techniques used to weld aluminum, stainless steel and alloy steel products, and the identification and correction of weld faults. They will review constant voltage power sources and specialized wire feeders. Students will select and use a variety of alloy electrode wires and shielding gases. They will develop skill by safely welding aluminum, stainless steel and alloy steels
Prerequisites:WELD 2100 & 2110
Corequisites: WELD 2130
Piping Drawings
Students will read and interpret pipe fabrication and installation drawings. They will learn orthographic and isometric formats. Students will use symbols and terminology specific to pipe work. They will identify and describe applications for common pipe fittings and components and use piping mathematics. Students will lay out elbows, tees and offsets.
Prerequisites:WELD 2100 & 2110
Corequisites: WELD 2120
Piping Drawings
Students will study advanced Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) techniques used in heavy machinery and structural fabrication. They will review constant voltage power source and wire feeder theory. Students will select and use gas shielded and self shielded electrodes. They will develop skill by completing a variety of welded joints to high standards using the appropriate safety equipment. Students will visually and destructively test their work.
Prerequisites:WELD 2120 and 2130
Corequisites: WELD 2150
Alloy Metallurgy
Students will study the microstructure of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. They will describe the heat treatment of steel and aluminum. Students will identify the effects of alloy content on the weldability of steel and aluminum.
Prerequisites:WELD 2120 and 2130
Corequisites: WELD 2140
Basic Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Students will study Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) theory and application. They will select, setup and adjust high frequency power sources. Students will learn the composition, classification and application of tungsten electrodes, shielding gases and filler material. They will develop skill by practicing a variety of welded joints on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum using the appropriate safety equipment. Students will learn and apply GTAW regulations.
Prerequisites:WELD 2140 and 2150
Shielded Metal Arc Alloy Welding
Students will study alloy steel and stainless steel welding using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. They will select and use specialized coated electrodes. Students will prepare and fit alloy plate and pipe. They will develop skill by completing a variety of welded joints, and identify and correct weld faults. Students will visually and destructively test their work.
Prerequisites:WELD 2160
Corequisites: WELD 2230
Plate and Pipe
Students will study parallel line development, radial line development and triangulation. They will lay out and develop offsets, cones and square to round transitions. Students will solve angles, circumference and true lengths required for pipe and plate development.
Prerequisites:WELD 2200 and 2210
Corequisites: WELD 2220