Course Description

This course builds off the theory and skills learned in WPT 120. Providing students, the opportunity to learn and apply welding techniques using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process on ferrous metals and nonferrous metals in more complex positions. Successful students will have the skills and confidence required to meet the workforce practices. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

6

Lecture Hours

0

Lab Hours

6

Required Prerequisites

CMT 100 or WPT 115, WPT 120

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Define and use advanced terminology common to the welding trade as defined by the American Welding Society (AWS).

Application:

• Demonstrate proper handling, setup, and adjustment of GTAW equipment.

Integration:

• Demonstrate the ability to complete welds on ferrous and nonferrous metals in more complex positions with the GTAW process.

Human Dimension:

• Recognize and articulate the importance of weld quality on the health, safety, and welfare of the public.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Evaluate their personal impact on the quality of the projects and maintain industry-standard quality control.

Learning How to Learn:

• Demonstrate the ability to identify common weld defects and make required corrections to produce sound welds for hypothetical and non-standard applications and materials.