Introduction to Welding and Fabrication

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Units: 2 Formerly known as WELD 15 Hours: 72 (18 lecture, 54 laboratory) Hands-on survey class that focuses on the three common welding processes of Manual Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, including correct setup and "how to" techniques. Plasma Arc Cutting and Oxyacetylene Cutting processes are also covered. This class is a survey of basic welding, cutting and fabrication used by the welding industry, metalworking artists, and interested hobbyists. Perfect for students who have never welded before. (CSU)