Combines classroom instruction with hands-on practice to give an overview of the most common welding processes as well as the safe use of the tools and equipment used to support welding activities. Hand tools, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required. A supply list will be provided at the first class. Prerequisite: None.
Introduces the tools and equipment used in welding, including a technical orientation for select welding and cutting processes. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 101 and ENGL 090. Concurrent enrollment in WELD 103, WELD 104, WELD 106.
Develops the skill for Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, and Carbon Arc Cutting and gouging. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 101 and ENGL 090. Concurrent enrollment in WELD 102, WELD 104, WELD 106.
Develops the skill for Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW) steel in various joint designs and positions. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 101 and ENGL 090. Concurrent enrollment in WELD 102, WELD 103, WELD 106.
Introduces Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) with emphasis on deep penetrating electrodes. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 101 and ENGL 090. Concurrent enrollment in WELD 102, WELD 103, WELD 104.
Introduces methods of weld inspection and testing, basic metallurgy, and continuation of the technical orientation to select welding processes. Prerequisite: WELD 102.
Continues skill development in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) with an emphasis on the applications and techniques for low hydrogen electrodes. Prerequisite: WELD 102.
Develops the knowledge and skill for Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) carbon steel and aluminum in all positions. Prerequisite: WELD 102 and WELD 127.
Provides the opportunity for welders to develop their skills or prepare for employment or certification testing. This course will allow students the opportunity to become Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) certified. Hand tools, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required. A supply list will be provided at the first class. Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.
Develops the knowledge and skill for using gas and self-shielded Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) to join carbon steel in all positions. Prerequisite: WELD 125 and WELD 127.
Develops the knowledge and skill for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) carbon steel and aluminum in all positions. Prerequisite: WELD 125 and WELD 127.
Provides a capstone experience to develop metal fabrication knowledge while applying welding techniques gained in previous course work. This course will allow students the opportunity to become a Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) certified welder. Prerequisite: WELD 134, WELD 135, WELD 210, and WELD 220.
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