Skill development in laying weld beads with various patterns, positions, and processes. Introduction to Welding 3 cr. Welding practices, procedures, and terminology. Welding safety, equipment types, electrode types in usage, joint design and testing procedures. Development of print, types and usage of prints, reproduction processes, languages and elements of a print.
Work exercises in interpretation of prints.
Geometry, algebra, and basic arithmetic pertaining to applications in the welding trades. Basic Metallurgy 3 cr. Service conditions and heat treatment of metals related to welding trade. Uses of wrap-around, templates and contour markers. Equipment adjustment, alloy identification, and filler metal selection.