MFG 282 : FCAW

Transcript title

FCAW

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 Flux Cored Arc Welding of various joint configurations, specialized uses of the Flux Cored Arc Welding process, applications for the Flux Cored Arc Welding Process, and welding variables in the Flux Cored Equinox Arc Welding Process.

Course learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate safe practices in the MATC Welding Lab using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) Process.
2. Model appropriate set up, maintenance, and use of FCAW equipment.
3. Weld common joint assemblies using FCAW process to welding industry standards.
4. Evaluate FCAW welds using advanced level evaluation possesses and practices in accordance with welding industry standards.

Content outline

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

Required materials

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

Outside of
expected

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