WELD 113 - Welding Processes II

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 4 lab, 0 clinical) 5 Contact Hours: [WELD 101 ]

In Welding Processes II, Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) and Fluxed Cored Arc Welding are the focus processes. A strong emphasis is placed on understanding the processes, power sources, filler materials, gases used and material being welded on. Students can expect to weld on a variety of thicknesses in various positions. Students can expect to spend 60 to 90 minutes a week in the classroom in lecture/discussion.
OFFERED: fall semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Master Welding Processes.

Demonstrate the wire-feed welding processes using both flux cored and shielding gas equipment.
Use the appropriate power sources.
Select the appropriate filler materials for various applications.
Manage the gases used and the material being welded.