May 09, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Academic Catalog Archived Catalog

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Welding (WLDG)

  
  • WLDG 210 - Pipe Welding


    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 111 .
    This course is an introduction to pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding process. The student is instructed on electrode selection, joint and equipment setup. All pipe welding positions will be presented along with the various welding processes employed in pipe welding. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  
  • WLDG 220 - Welding Fabrication I


    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , WLDG 117 , and WLDG 146 .
    This is an advanced fabrication course that covers basic project management, including material and labor bidding and time management.  Projects will be instructor driven and students are responsible for the basic design, along with maintaining a project package.  By the end of this course, students will have a greater understanding of projects costs and management.  (Fall Semester)
  
  • WLDG 222 - Welding Fabrication II


    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , WLDG 117 , and WLDG 220 .
    This course offers advanced welding techniques that include beam coping and splicing.  Welding procedure specifications (WPS’s) and how they are created will be covered.  Projects from WLDG 220  will be utilized for this course.  Welder qualification tests will be given using the flux core arc (FCAW Dual Shield) method in both horizontal and vertical upward positions (2G and 3G unlimited thickness).  (Spring Semester)
  
  • WLDG 280 - Weld Testing Certification


    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 122 , WLDG 210 .
    This course is an advanced study of pipe welding using SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW including electrode selection, equipment setup, and shop safety. This course will emphasize the 5G and 6G welding positions using E6010 and E7018 electrodes, along with plumbing, squaring, and fabricating steel test pipes. This course may be repeated for a total of 16 credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (All Semesters)

Writing (WRIT)

  
  • WRIT 095~ - Developmental Writing


    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): a score of 6-10 on the FVCC Writing Placement assessment or a COMPASS score of 38 or better or instructor’s consent.
    This is a developmental writing course focused on building skills necessary for expository writing.  Based on assessment of student needs, instruction emphasizes paragraph development resulting in unity, coherence, and organziation.  Students will begin with the well-developed paragraph and extend to the essay.  Instruction in grammar, mechanics and usage is also included. (All Semesters)
  
  • WRIT 101W - College Writing I


    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): a score of 11 or better on the FVCC Writing Placement, or a COMPASS score of 75 or better, or a grade of “C-” or better in WRIT 095~ .
    Instruction and practice in expository writing, this course emphasizes specific writing and revision techniques to develop coherence, conciseness, clear and forceful style and voice, and thinking skills. Assignments range from short pieces to essays and a research paper. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed. (All Semesters)
  
  • WRIT 201W - College Writing II


    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): a grade of “B-” or better in WRIT 101  or instructor’s consent.
    This course refines specific writing techniques and develops control of style and voice. Emphasis will be placed on the essay form and writing for a specific audience. Also included are advanced rhetorical and persuasive forms, elementary logic, and research techniques. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  
  • WRIT 204 - Academic Journal


    Credit(s): 3

    This course allows students to experience the production of an academic journal from concept to publication.   Students will review submissions, edit creative works, design, and produce an academic journal. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
 

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