APR 203A - Apprenticeship/ Machinist: Welding Fundamentals I

2 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Registered Apprentice with Rogue Industrial Advanced Manufacturing JATC.

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 / Apprenticeship

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.
CLO#6: Demonstrate safe operation practices of bandsaws, pedestal and angle grinders.