50-410-717Basic Welding for Carpentry Apprentices
Course Information
Description
Basic welding for the trade will include arc and wire welding. Welding principles will be discussed and basic processes examined. Safety, set-up, and welding techniques commonly used by the trade will be addressed. Skill development will include basic arc and wire welding as well as burning, torching, and plasma cutting. Blueprint reading, safety, and applicable commercial building codes will be reviewed.
Total Credits
1.1
Course Competencies
  1. Examine welding principles commonly used in the trade

  2. Compare welding processes for various applications

  3. Demonstrate hands-on arc welding

  4. Demonstrate hands-on wire welding

  5. Demonstrate welding safety requirements

  6. Demonstrate welding set-up techniques

  7. Use burning and torching equipment safely

  8. Use plasma cutting equipment safely

  9. Interpret AWS welding procedures

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