WLDG Courses

  • WLDG 1013 - Introduction to Blueprint Reading for Welders

    A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis placed on terminology, symbols, graphic description, and welding processes. Includes systems of measurement and industry standards. Also includes interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry to facilitate field application and production.

    Grade Basis: L
    Contact hours: 64.0

  • WLDG 1034 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

    Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup, GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions and joint designs.

    Grade Basis: L
    Contact hours: 128.0

  • WLDG 1313 - Blueprint Reading for Welders

    A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis placed on terminology, symbols, graphic description, and welding processes. Includes systems of measurement and industry standards. Also includes interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry to facilitate field application and production.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 1.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

  • WLDG 1427 - Welding Codes and Standards

    An in-depth study of welding codes and their development in accordance with structural standards, welding processes, destructive and nondestructive test methods.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 4.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

  • WLDG 1428 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

    An introduction shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs.Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

  • WLDG 1430 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

    A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

  • WLDG 1434 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding

    An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

  • WLDG 1457 - Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

    A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

    Prerequisites:

    • WLDG 1428 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

  • WLDG 2032 - Welding Automation

    Overview of automated welding and cutting applications. Special emphasis on safe use and operation of equipment.

    Grade Basis: L
    Contact hours: 128.0

  • WLDG 2050 - Orbital Tube Welding

    A course in orbital tube welding in various industries. Special emphasis on the disciplines of orbital tube welding, including cutting, facing, and development of weld procedures.

    Grade Basis: L
    Contact hours: 128.0

  • WLDG 2406 - Intermediate Pipe Welding

    A Comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) and/or other processes. Welds will be done using various positions. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

    Prerequisites:

    • WLDG 1428 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

  • WLDG 2447 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

    Advanced topics in GMAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

    Prerequisites

  • WLDG 2451 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW))

    Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions.

    Grade Basis: L
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab or Clinical hours: 6.0
    Credit hours: 4.0

    Prerequisites:

    • WLDG 1434 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding