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CO 157 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding, Metal Inert Gas Welding


Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces the student to the fundamental skills of Gas Metal Arc Welding GMAW. Major topics include proper use of personal protective equipment, equipment set up, principles of operation, proper machine maintenance, component identification, process variables, and manual and automatic exercises. Laboratory time will emphasize technique and skill development.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • apply welding procedures to fabricate weldments;
  • apply machining procedures to modify weldments to final drawing specifications;
  • analyze blueprints and disseminate the information to build a weldment;
  • examine weldment design shapes and mathematically calculate the solutions to build a weldment;
  • associate the basic principles of chemistry as they apply to the welding field;
  • communicate project information through written methods; and
  • recognize hazards in the workplace and operate in a safe manner.


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