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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 Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

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.



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