Apr 02, 2026  
College Catalog 2026-2027 
    
College Catalog 2026-2027

ABDY 112 - Welding for Autobody Repair


6 Total 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.