WLD 110 Basic Arc Welding

A beginning career course stressing safety and equipment familiarization, with lab exercises for skill development in basic fundamentals of electric arc welding (SMAW) process. It includes technical information lectures in related subjects.

Credits

Prerequisite

WLD 170 Welding I with a grade of C or better, previous welding classes or experience, or instructor's approval.

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Use welding machines safely. Set up and operate welding machines for SMAW and other processes. Recognize and name the components necessary to operate welding machines. Perform welding with commonly used mild steel electrodes and filler rods. Utilize industry-standard welding techniques and progressions. Perform welds in welding positions appropriate to the filler metal type. Produce welds in weld joint configurations applicable to the Welding Trades.