WLD 101 - Welding Fundamentals I

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Introduces basic theory of oxy/fuel cutting/welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding, with emphasis on safety. Includes basic skill development in preparation of metal, welding, and cutting.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Perform all tasks in accordance with all program and industry standards
CLO#2: Operate welding machine setup and adjustment. Identify electrodes using AWS system. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Independently assemble, set up and operate oxy fuel welding system. Produce industry quality welds in the flat and horizontal positions. Weld configurations to include but lap and T welds.
CLO#4: Safely and independently set up, light and adjust an oxy fuel cutting system. Produce industry quality straight and circular cuts on varying thicknesses of plate.
CLO#5: Produce sound welds using E6010/11 in the flat and horizontal position. Configurations to include lap, square groove butt and multiple pass T weld.
CLO#6: Demonstrate safe operation practices of bandsaws, pedestal and angle grinders.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Students will provide his/her own personal protective clothing which shall include: welding hoods, safety glasses, leather jacket and chaps, leather welding gloves, welding hat, and slag hammer/wire brush.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.