WELD 101 - Fundamentals of Welding

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 4 lab, 0 clinical) 5 Contact Hours:

This course is the cornerstone for all subsequent welding courses offered at MCC. Students are introduced to various welding and cutting processes and theory as well as basic metallurgy, electrical theory and the safe handling and use of compressed gases. The main goal of the course is to establish a solid base of understanding of welding and cutting and to familiarize students with our lab and its equipment. Safety is strongly emphasized. Expect to evenly divide your time between the classroom and the lab.
Semesters Offered: fall and spring semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Demonstrate cutting theory and processes on various metals.

Analyze properties of various metal stock.
Select appropriate process to cut selected metals.
Execute safe and effective cutting process.

Goal 2: Demonstrate welding theory and processes on various metals.

Assess the requirements of a proposed weld.
Select the appropriate welding process for a particular job.
Create a structurally sound weld on various metals.

Goal 3: Apply basic knowledge of metallurgy.

Classify metals in terms of physical, chemical, electrical, and mechanical properties.
Select appropriate metals for cutting and welding processes.
Identify hazards associated with various metals.

Goal 4: Apply electrical theory to welding and cutting processes.

Conduct welding and cutting operations within industrial standards for electrical safety.

Goal 5: Apply knowledge of the properties of compressed gases used in industrial settings.

Demonstrate safe handling of compressed gases.
Conduct welding and cutting operations with compressed gases within industrial safety standards.

Goal 6: Apply all modern industrial safety standards.