WLDG 1430 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding

Institution:

Odessa College

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Description:

(2-6) 4 hours A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/ equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. The student will describe welding positions with various joint designs on plate; describe safety rules and equipment used; describe the efforts of welding parameters in GMAW; and understand safety rules, equipment used and testing performed by visual inspection. Student will weld various types of structural material and diagnose welding problems and perform visual inspections. Competencies include advanced skills using gas metal arc welding (GMAW) on steel and aluminum. Emphasizes mixture of gases and their effect on arc and welds. Welds tested by AWS standards. Student will learn problemsolving techniques specifi c to GMAW and FCAW. Lab fee required. (SCANS 8, 9) Prerequisite or corequisite: WLDG 1421 or consent of department chair.

Credits:

2.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.odessa.edu

Phone Number:

(432) 335-6400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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