Outcomes
Demonstrate safe work habits in the operation of welding, cutting, and fabrication
Formulate welding symbols and effectively demonstrate their use
Explain metallurgy concepts and identify metals and weld methods used in industry
Evaluate proper methods required for strong welds and accurate cuts
Identify the appropriate equipment required in a fabrication setting
Explain the proper setup and use of gases for the various types of welds
Identify the proper procedure for preparing, welding & destructively testing a completed weld coupon per the AWS code
Program Overview
The Intermediate Manufacturing Welding Certificate curriculum is designed to develop within the student practical skills in drafting, tungsten inert gas welding, metal inert gas welding, stick electrode welding, oxyacetylene welding, oxyacetylene cutting and oxyacetylene brazing. Entry-level Manufacturing Welding positions for those who complete this certificate include, but are not limited to: manufacturing welder technician, production welder/fitter and fabricator.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
Choose one
| WELD 2062 | Fillet Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
| WELD 2072 | Groove Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
| WELD 2172 | Pipe Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 31
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
Fall semester
| WELD 2124 | Tungsten Inert Gas Welding | 4 Credits |
| WELD 2044 | Pipe Welding | 4 Credits |
| WELD | Welding Special Problems Course | 2 Credits |
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