Welding

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

WLD 102: Blueprint Reading

Credits 4

Covers the language of blueprints including lines, views, dimensioning, print organization, welding symbols and structural shapes.

Addendum to Course Description

This is an outcome based course utilizing a lecture format.  This course includes classroom discussions and practical demonstrations.  Course outcomes will include the following: the ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions, develop visualization and interpretation skills and understand and perform lay out. 

WLD 103: Math for Welders

Credits 4

Includes operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, algebraic expressions, and an introduction to practical geometry and trigonometry. Emphasis is on application, with realistic examples. Explores the use of common measuring tools employed in the industrial shop and trades and examines the types of computation and problem-solving methods utilized in industrial settings.

WLD 104: Technical Writing for Welders

Credits 3

Covers processes and fundamentals of writing field-specific technical documents, including structure, organization and development, audience analysis, diction and style, revision and editing, mechanics and standard usage required for successful workplace writing. 

WLD 111: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (E7024) and Oxy-acetylene Cutting

Credits 4

Covers uses, safety, nomenclature, equipment operation, set-up and shutdown procedures for SMAW and OAC. Prerequisites: Department permission required. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videos, and lab demonstrations technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, layout, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting, and safety.

WLD 112: Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel I (E7018)

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills in the use of E7018 mild steel electrodes when performing various welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Prerequisites: Department permission required.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, and lab demonstrations of technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 113: Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel II (E7018)

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills in the use of E7018 mild steel electrodes when performing various welds in the vertical and overhead positions. Prerequisites: Department permission required. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is an outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, and lab demonstrations of technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, layout, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 114: Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel III (E6011)

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills in the use of E6011 mild steel electrodes when performing various welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Prerequisites: Department approval required. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, computer based instruction, and lab demonstrations covering technical skills. Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 115: Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel IV (E6011)

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills in the use of E6011 mild steel electrodes when performing welds in the vertical and overhead positions. Prerequisites: Department permission required. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, computer based training, and lab demonstrations covering technical skills. Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 116A: Beginning Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Credits 3

Introduces intermediate shielded metal arc welding process on mild steel plate in accordance with AWS D1.1 Structural Steel welding codes and to industry standards. Introduces welding in the 1F and 2F positions. First class in a four course sequence. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, lab demonstrations and technical skills. Course outcomes will include theoretical concepts, layout, fabrication, welding, oxyacetylene cutting, safety and environmental awareness, communication, computations and human relations.

WLD 131: Gas Metal Arc Welding

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills welding with GMAW on ferrous materials using short circuit and axial spray transfers in common welding positions. Prerequisites: Department permission required.

Addendum to Course Description

This is an outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videos, and lab demonstrations of technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 141: Flux-Cored Arc Welding I (Gas Shielded)

Credits 4

Develops knowledge and skills in the gas shielded flux-cored arc welding process in the flat, vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.

Addendum to Course Description

This is an outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videos, and lab demonstrations of technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 151: SMAW Certification Practice: Unlimited Thickness Mild Steel

Credits 4

Covers safety, welding technique, and qualification procedures in compliance with AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Test with the E7018 electrode.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, and lab demonstrations covering technical skills.  Course outcomes will include; theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 152: Flux Cored Arc Welding (Gas Shielded) Certification Practice

Credits 4

Covers safety, welding technique, and qualification procedures in compliance with AWS D1.1 structural test.

Addendum to Course Description

This is an outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, and lab demonstrations of technical skills.  Course outcomes will include: theoretical concepts, lay out, fabrication, welding, oxy-fuel cutting and safety.

WLD 190A: Beginning Welding Practice

Credits 1

Introduces welding and industry standards. Develops foundational skills required for advancement in future coursework. First class in a three course sequence. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

This is a outcome based course utilizing a lecture/lab format. This course includes classroom discussions, videotapes, lab demonstrations and technical skills. Course outcomes will include theoretical concepts, layout, fabrication, welding, oxyacetylene cutting, safety and environmental awareness, communication, computations and human relations.