Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

WELD 1205 CNC Plasma/Laser Table

Course Information

Course information
Course Number WELD 1205
Course Title CNC Plasma/Laser Table
Description This course will offer students the ability to design a piece part in solid work that will be used in a weldment. Students will also learn about the safety aspects of using a plasma/laser table. (Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Welding Fabrication Certificate or instructor approval.)
Total Credits 3
Total Hours 64
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 2 Credits, 43 Hours
Lab 1 Credit, 21 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in Welding Fabrication Certificate or instructor approval.

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Demonstrate how to use Solid Works or comparable drafting program.
  2. Perform machine start up, reference, and shut down machine safely and accurately.
  3. Demonstrate how to copy/transfer/import/manage program files to/from USB and network.
  4. Create/organize/delete job lists and run production.
  5. Discuss machine specifications and capabilities.
  6. Identify variables that impact quality of cut and solutions to these problems.
  7. Understand how to safely load material on/in the plasma/laser table.
  8. Demonstrate how to inspect and replace consumables on a plasma/laser table.
  9. Demonstrate how to load, cut, unload and inspect piece part(s).

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.

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