Basic Welding for Transp

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
TRN 180 Basic Welding for Transp 1 4 0 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Fall 2013

This course covers the terms and procedures for welding various metals used in the transportation industry with an emphasis on personal safety and environmental health. Topics include safety and precautionary measures, setup/operation of MIG equipment, metal identification methods, types of welds/joints, techniques, inspection methods, cutting processes and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of welding operations and safety procedures according to industry standard.
Competencies
·Student Learning Outcomes
·1. Describe and list the proper fundamentals, processes and equipment, materials and metallurgy associated with welding of similar and dissimilar metals in transportation systems and equipment.
·2. Identify and describe safety and health practices associated with the welding of similar and dissimilar metals in transportation systems and equipment.
·3. In a lab setting, demonstrate the ability to successfully weld similar and dissimilar metals in transportation systems and equipment.
·4. Select and list the proper inspection methods associated with the welding of similar and dissimilar metals in transportation systems and equipment.
·5. In a lab setting, demonstrate proper setup and operational procedures associated with the welding of similar and dissimilar metals in transportation systems and equipment.
·6. Describe and list the cutting techniques used with the various tools and methods associated with transportation systems and equipment.

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