WELD 111 - Gas Metal Arc Welding

7 Credits
This course includes individualized instruction in the following types of gas metal arc welding: short circuited arc with E70S-3 on mild steel sheet in multiple positions, spray arc with E70S-3 electrodes on mild steel plate in multiple positions, and spray arc with aluminum 5356 electrodes in multiple positions. Use personal protective equipment; understand welding processes and methods of application, and welding electricity and physics basics.

Course Outcomes

Use of Gas Metal Arc Welding Short Circuit Transfer to weld sheet metal in flat and vertical positions.
Use Gas Metal Arc Welding E70S-6 to weld fillet welds in all positions.
Demonstrate the safety hazards, use of personal protective equipment and take the necessary precautions with all welding processes.