24 1124 - Welding Processes and Lab

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Southwest Tennessee Community College

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This hands-on course covers gas and electric arc welding, joint preparation and proper welding positions, welding machines and electrode selection. The application of Oxygen-acetylene Welding (OAW); Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAQ); Gas Tungsten Welding (GTAW); Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) and stud preparation are presented. Welding chemistry, metallurgy, inspection processes and heat treating processes are discussed. This course is conducted in a welding lab. Note: Welding students will need to provide their own protective gear (welding hood, goggles and clothing.) These items are available for purchase in the Southwest Bookstore on the Macon Cove campus. 6.200 Continuing Education Units 62.000 Lecture hours Levels: Continuing Education Schedule Types: Lecture Continuing Education College Continuing Education Department Course Attributes: CEU Career Development, Supplemental Course

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62.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwest.tn.edu

Phone Number:

(901) 333-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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