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GTAW [TIG] Plate

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
WLD 131 GTAW [TIG] Plate 2 6 0 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Summer 1997

This course introduces the gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding process. Topics include correct selection of tungsten, polarity, gas, and proper filler rod with emphasis placed on safety, equipment setup, and welding techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to perform GTAW fillet and groove welds with various electrodes and filler materials.

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