Catalog Info
Title when registering
Weld Joint Design and Prep
Course Master
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Covers safety rules for the welding lab and health issues such as dealing with ultraviolet rays, burns, fumes, and electrical hazards. Introduces the print symbols and terminology used in fabricating and welding basic joints that are commonly seen on mechanical prints. Introduces welding codes and standards, identification of welding flaws, and the tools used to measure aspects of the weld. Emphasizes safety protocols and proper usage of hand tools in a welding lab. Explores the set-up and use of the Oxy/Fuel cutting torch, the Oxy/Fuel line cutter, Plasma Arc cutting, safety protocols, and proper use of power tools in the welding lab. Also explores how to assemble various weld joints. Laboratory activities.
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2022 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
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