WELD 1035 Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Course Information
| Course Number | WELD 1035 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) |
| Description | This course will introduce concepts related to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process. Topics introduced include: using the metal arc transfers of short circuiting, globular, spray arc, pulsed spray arc. Also introduced are how various shielding gases affect gas metal arc welding. Individual practice time will be dedicated to welding on mild steel in all welding positions. (Prerequisites: None) |
| Total Credits | 2 |
| Total Hours | 48 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 1 Credit, 24 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 24 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
None
Institutional Core Competencies
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Prepare welding equipment to accomplish given gas metal arc welding tasks.
- Identify proper equipment for performing welding.
- Discuss appropriate steps to complete GMAW tasks.
- Demonstrate safety in a lab setting.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
Additional information and forms can be found at: southcentral.edu/disability
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