Fundamentals of Gas Metal Arc Welding

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Fundamentals of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).  Includes setup and safe use of GMAW equipment as well as instruction in various basic weld joints.

Course Learning Objectives

Describe welding positions of basic weld joints; describe safety rules, equipment use, and basic visual inspection; and demonstrate proper welding

Objectives discussed/demonstrated in designated time segments, as established in the current semester quarter of WF/CE course master listings or specialized WF/CE business/industry generated contract.

Topics:                   

Welding Safety Rules

Safety Organizations and Associations

Introduction Welding Processes in GMAW

Welding operations in various positions using different joint designs

of basic joints in the flat position.  

Required Textbooks

Textbook:  Modern Welding

Publisher:  Goodhart-Wilcox       

Evaluation Standards

Methods of evaluation for awarding of successful or unsatisfactory course completion:  Class attendance (80%), completion of class assignments, class participation, student demonstration of course learning outcomes/skills with instructor feedback, and periodic performance reviews and assessments.

Instructional Methods

Lectures, hands-on activities, reading assignments, class participation, class/student participation, student demonstration with instructor feedback

Program Learning Outcomes

Students successfully completing the entire Welding Technology Program will have gained employability and/or improved employability skills.

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