WLD 217 Fabrication/Welding 6

Instruction in the business practices associated with, and fabrication of, metal products. SMAW, FCAW, GTAW welding processes are practiced on standard and more advanced applications. In addition, analysis of wear environments and the selection and application of special wear or corrosion resisting surface treatments are studied and practiced.

Credits

12

Prerequisite

WLD 216. Second year standing or instructor consent or performance test and written examination.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate a confident mindset and proficiency when interpreting blueprints that are typically used by metal fabrication shops and apply knowledge of the types of lines, dimensioning, views, notations, abbreviations, welding symbols and steel nomenclature
2. Apply knowledge of forming, fitting, and welding processes to demonstrate intermediate-level fabrication techniques using proper layout, geometry, as well as safe operation of programmable equipment, crane, forklift, and other heavy machinery
3. Identify various types of the more common commercial metals, their basic atomic and crystalline structure, their mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of metals, and the effects of alloying elements
4. Demonstrate intermediate-level techniques in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), oxy-acetylene cutting, and the practice of safe welding-shop work methods while welding in all positions (flat, horizontal, overhead, and vertical)
5. Apply prior knowledge and setup parameters of gas shielded and cored wire technology of wire drive equipment operation and processes
6. Engage in practical application of industry standards in use of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) of carbon and stainless steel sheet material, including the testing of weld samples
7. Identify common wear environments, select proper electrodes, and demonstrate various techniques for the application of hard facing and corrosion resisting materials