Transcript title

GMAW

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

80

Lecture hours

20

Lab hours

60

Prerequisites with concurrency

MFG 107.

Course Description

Introduces advanced principles in the Gas Metal Arc Welding of various joint configurations,specialized uses of the Gas Metal Arc Welding process, applications for the Gas Metal Arc Welding Process, and welding variables in the Gas Metal Arc Welding Process.

Course learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate safe practices in the MATC Welding Lab using Gas Medal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes.
2. Demonstrate appropriate set up, maintenance, and use of GMAW equipment.
3. Weld common joint assemblies using GMAW processes welding industry standards.
4. Evaluate GMAW welds using advanced level evaluation possesses and practices in accordance with welding industry standards.

Content outline

1. Safe operation and proper setup of GMAW equipment
2. Proper selection of GMAW electrodes for various ferrous and non-ferrous metals
3. Applications of GMAW in various industries
4. Alternative uses of GMAW processes in specialized applications

Required materials

This class requires the purchase of safety equipment, reference books, measurement equipment, and tools.