WLDG 111 - Welding Theory I Practical

Credit(s): 3

This is an introductory course presenting the safety related to welder PPE (personal protective equipment), weld shop machinery, tool safety, and safe work practices for the welder. Topics include oxy-acetylene safety, equipment set up, operation, practice cutting jobs and brazing; shielded metal arc welding including basic electricity for welders, proper electrode identification and use, types of welds and joint configurations, weld measurement, inspection, practice jobs, destructive tests, and written exams. (All Semesters)