ABDY 112 - Welding for Autobody Repair

6 Credits
Following instruction in the safe use of oxy-acetylene MIG and TIG welders, students are taught to weld to industry standards. Training prepares students for certification in I-CAR Welding Qualification WCS03, WCA03.

Course Outcomes

Identify wieldable and non-wieldable materials used in collision repair.
Operate GMAW (MIG) welder, including set-up, tuning, and operation.
Operate TIG welder, including set-up, tuning and operation.
Operate Oxygen/Acetylene welder, including set-up, tuning and operation.
Operate Oxygen/Acetylene welder to cut and heat metal.
Demonstrate alternative operations that may be used to join structural components. (Squeeze type resistance spot welding (STRSW), riveting, structural adhesive, silicone bronze, etc.).
Identify different welding joints.
Identify welding problems and solutions, including how to destructive test a weld.
Demonstrate how to consistently achieve a good weld.