WLDG 1428Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Collin College · 4 credits · UGRD

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An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, and various joint designs. Additionally, instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. Lab required. Prerequisite: Consent of Associate Dean/Director. Corequisite: WLDG 1407. 4 credit hours.<i>Note: Welding classes require extended periods of time standing in place, lifting heavy weights (up to 60 pounds repeatedly), reaching, bending, and working around open flames and intense heat for extended periods of time.</i>

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 6 sections

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
50004Class #10085-WLDG-1428-50004	Tuesday & Thursday7:30 PM - 10:50 PM6:00 PM - 7:20 PMAug 24 – Oct 16	Room	Not published
50004 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50004, WLDG 1428-50004, WLDG 1430-50004 and WLDG 1434-50004 required. </b>This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>

50005Class #12305-WLDG-1428-50005	Sunday10:00 AM - 4:50 PM7:00 AM - 9:50 AMAug 28 – Oct 18	Room	Not published
50005 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50005, WLDG 1428-50005, WLDG 1430-50005 and WLDG 1434-50005 required. </b>This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>

50007Class #16028-WLDG-1428-50007	Monday & Wednesday6:00 PM - 7:20 PM7:30 PM - 10:50 PMAug 24 – Oct 16	Room	Not published
50007 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50007, WLDG 1428-50007, WLDG 1430-50007 and WLDG 1434-50007 required. </b>This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>

50003Class #17280-WLDG-1428-50003	Tuesday & Thursday1:00 PM - 2:20 PM2:30 PM - 5:50 PMAug 24 – Oct 16	Room	Not published
50003 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50003, WLDG 1428-50003, WLDG 1430-50003 and WLDG 1434-50003 required</b>. This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>

50001Class #332419-WLDG-1428-50001	Tuesday & Thursday8:30 AM - 11:50 AM7:00 AM - 8:20 AMAug 24 – Oct 16	Room	Not published
50001 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50001, WLDG 1428-50001, WLDG 1430-50001 and WLDG 1434-50001 required. </b>This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>

50002Class #337097-WLDG-1428-50002	Monday & Wednesday2:30 PM - 5:50 PM1:00 PM - 2:20 PMAug 24 – Oct 16	Room	Not published
50002 notes: <b>This course is for a specialty admission program or requires department approval for enrollment. Please contact the department with any questions. Concurrent enrollment in WLDG 1407-50002, WLDG 1428-50002, WLDG 1430-50002 and WLDG 1434-50002 required. </b>This section will be delivered in a hybrid format which includes 50% or less of instruction delivered online; remaining instruction will be delivered through in-person scheduled meetings. Additional requirements may include test proctoring with student authentication, a desktop or laptop computer (not a mobile device), webcam, and/or microphone. <b>This section requires an additional course fee.</b>