WELD 135B - GMAW (Mig)

Credits: 3

Description
Provides classroom and laboratory instruction in the proper techniques, skill development and proficiency of Gas Metal Arc Welding (Mig) of mild steel in various positions.

Student Learning Outcomes

Identifies and describes personal protective equipment related to the welding trade, along with welding safety practices related to specific hazards or environments.
Identifies and describes weld discontinuities and their causes as well as various destructive and non-destructive weld examination practices.
Describes the relationship between heat and metal and identifies preheating methods.
Describes GMAW and FCAW equipment and explains how to prepare it for welding.
Describes equipment controls and welding procedures for GMAW and explains how to produce basic weld beads.

Prerequisite: None