WELD 1101 - Welding Safety and Theory I
3 Credits
This course will give the student a basic introduction to welding and cover basic safety for the welding trade. Theory for Shielded Metal, Gas Metal, Flux Cored, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Processes. Theory for Oxygen Fuel, Plasma Arc, and Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging processes. Also covered is visual inspection and quality standards.
Learning Outcomes
Define five basic metal joints in the four main welding positions within the industry. Demonstrate proper setup and adjustment of welding and gas cylinder equipment Explain the four GMAW modes of transfer using proper machine settings. Identify electrode types for SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes. Identify components of welding equipment and perform basic maintenance. Read fillet weld gauges to measure fillet welds. Define five basic metal joints in the four main welding positions within the industry. Identify basic safety standards needed in the welding industry. Summarize how to cut multiple thicknesses of metal using various processes. Identify proper machine settings for various thickness ranges.
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