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  • WLDG 1421: Introduction to Welding Fundamentals

    2.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    (2-6) 4 hours An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in the oxy-fuel and arc welding, including welding and cutting safety, basic oxy-fuel welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy. The student will demonstrate safety procedures associated with oxy-fuel and arc process; perform basic welds using oxy-fuel and arc welding equipment; and identify ferrous and nonferrous metals. The student will acquire and evaluate information pertaining to the use of torches and regulators, fl ame adjustment, soldering, silver soldering, brazing, and arc welding on common metals and safe procedures for handing welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on student's ability to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills. Lab fee required. (SCANS 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11) Prerequisite: None.
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  • WLDG 1430: Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding

    2.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    (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.
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  • WLDG 1434: Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    2.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    (2-6) 4 hours An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. The student will describe various joint designs; describe safety rules and equipment; and describe the effects of welding parameters in GTAW; and will weld various structural materials. Competencies include advanced skills using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) technology. Presents advantages and disadvantages of different shield and purge gases. Welds tested by AWS standards. Student will learn problemsolving techniques specifi c to GTAW. Lab fee required. (SCANS 8, 9) Prerequisite or corequisite: WLDG 1421 or consent of the department chair.
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  • WLDG 1435: Introduction to Pipe Welding

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. The student will describe equipment and required pipe preparation and perform 1G and 2G welds using various electrodes. Student will be required to evaluate their performance abilities to troubleshoot potential problems. Student will learn to decipher coding system for AWS and proper use of available materials and equipment. Lab fee required. (SCANS 4, 6, 7, 8, 9) Prerequisite or corequisite: WLDG 1421 or consent of department chair.
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  • WLDG 1437: Introduction to Metallurgy

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the fi nished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability and ductility. The student will describe technical terms used in the various phases of metallurgy, from early history to classifi cation of steel. The student will discuss ferrous and nonferrous metals and how they are processed and used in industry; and describe mechanical and physical properties, surface treatment and heat treatment of metals. Lab fee required. (SCANS 1, 2, 6, 8) Prerequisite: None.
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  • WLDG 2381: Cooperative Education-Welding/Welding Technologist

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. As outlined in the learning plan, the student will master the theory, concept and skills involving the tools, materials, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental and legal systems associated with the particular occupation and the business/industry; demonstrate ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in applicable technical language of the occupation and the business or industry. Under supervision of college faculty and a workplace supervisor, the student will achieve agreed upon workplace goals and objectives that will enhance the student's competency attainment in the areas of personal, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Weekly lectures will address key workplace competencies to enhance the employability of a technically competent graduate. (SCANS 5, 7, 9, 10,11) Prerequisite: Consent of department chair.
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  • WLDG 2406: Intermediate Pipe Welding

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, safe shop practices. Topics also include ferrous and nonferrous materials. The student will describe equipment and required pipe preparation. Emphasizes technology of welding carbon steel pipe with LH 7018 and stainless electrodes. Welds tested by AWS standards. This is a capstone course for the Pipe Welder Level I Certificate, Certified Welder Level I Certificate, and the Lead Welding Machine Operator Level II Certificate. Lab fee required. (SCANS 1, 3, 4, 5, 8) Prerequisites: WLDG 1421 and WLDG 1435 and consent of department chair.
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  • WLDG 2413: Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes; oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) or any other approved welding process. The student will identify proper safety equipment and tools and identify and select the proper welding process for a given application. The student will demonstrate skills training using more than one approved welding process; demonstrate ability to analyze situations and make proper decisions using skills as taught; and select the most economical and practical welding process for the given task. This is a capstone course for the General Welder Level I Certificate and the Lead Welding Machine Operator Level II Certificate. Lab fee required. (SCANS 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9) Prerequisites or corequisites: WLDG 1413, WLDG 1421, WLDG 1430, WLDG 1434 and consent of department chair.
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  • WLDG 2440: Advanced Art Metal

    2.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    4 hours A continuation of the WLDG 1408 Metal Sculpture course. Project development in an open-studio atmosphere. Individualized instruction to encourage skill combinations and experimentation. Topics include portfolio preparation and presentation. Students will identify and demonstrate appropriate techniques for the desired results; explain optimum design selection; follow basic shop safety procedures; and acquire skills in optimum material usage and production. This course may be substituted for a required welding course at the discretion of the department chair. Lab fee required. (SCANS 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11) Prerequisite: WLDG 1408 or consent of department chair.
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  • WLDG 2451: Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    2.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Odessa College

    (2-6) 4 hours Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (Positions include 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G.) The student will describe and demonstrate safety rules and equipment used; and the effects of welding parameters in GTAW. The student will weld various joint designs; diagnose welding problems; and perform visual inspections. Welds tested by AWS standards. This is a capstone course for the Lead Welding Machine Operator Level II Certificate. Lab fee required. (SCANS 8, 9) Prerequisites: WLDG 1434 and consent of department chair.
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