WEL 256

Gas Metal Arc Welding

Iowa Western Community College · UGRD · Fall 2026

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Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) covers the operation of AC and DC GMAW welding machines. Topics include welding out of position, different thicknesses of steel, and filler metal selection. Students learn about welding heat input, polarities, and electrodes related to the GMAW welding process. Safety procedures are emphasized when handling tools and equipment. (1/7)

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1 openSeats: 19/20 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:03 PM
Class #192618-WEL-256-01Fall 2026UGRD4.5 credits
1 available19 enrolled20 capacity0 waitlist
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Tu Th · 12:00 – 3:20 PMTu Th · 12:00 – 3:20 PM
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Aug 17 – Dec 11
Location
Kinney Hall 071; Kinney Hall 081
Instructor
Watson, G
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7 openSeats: 13/20 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:03 PM
Class #192619-WEL-256-03Fall 2026UGRD4.5 credits
7 available13 enrolled20 capacity0 waitlist
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Mo We · 4:00 – 7:20 PMMo We · 4:00 – 7:20 PM
Meeting dates
Aug 17 – Dec 11
Location
Kinney Hall 081; Kinney Hall 071
Instructor
Trauger, T
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3 openSeats: 9/12 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:03 PM
Class #192621-WEL-256-300Fall 2026UGRD4.5 credits
3 available9 enrolled12 capacity0 waitlist
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Mo Tu We · 7:00 – 9:00 AMTh · 7:00 – 9:00 AM
Meeting dates
Aug 17 – Dec 11
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Instructor
King, C
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