This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes. Topics include equipment setup and fillet and groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW electrodes on carbon steel plate. Upon completion, students should be able perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.

Programs Using This Course

A.A.S.Automotive Systems Technology — Associate Degree A.A.S.Automotive Systems Technology — Associate Degree DiplomaAutomotive Systems Technology — Diploma DiplomaAutomotive Systems Technology — Diploma A.A.S.Industrial Systems Technology — Associate Degree A.A.S.Industrial Systems Technology — Associate Degree DiplomaIndustrial Systems Technology — Diploma DiplomaIndustrial Systems Technology — Diploma Cert.Industrial Systems Technology — Industrial Millwright Beginner Certificate Cert.Industrial Systems Technology — Industrial Millwright Beginner Certificate A.A.S.Welding Technology — Associate Degree A.A.S.Welding Technology — Associate Degree Cert.Welding Technology — Basic Welding Certificate Cert.Welding Technology — Basic Welding Certificate DiplomaWelding Technology — Diploma DiplomaWelding Technology — Diploma

Course Details

Credit Hours4

Class Hours2 per week

Lab Hours6

PrerequisitesNone

CorequisitesNone

TransferNot Transfer Approved

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