Courses

NDTE1401
Film Interpretation of Weldments
A study of radiographic film, including exploration of radiographic basics, interpretation, and causes and effects of discontinuities. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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NDTE1410
Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Testing
A theoretical study and practical application of the non-destructive testing techniques of penetrant and magnetic particle testing required by quality assurance and test personnel including proper test technique, or combination of techniques and interpretation, evaluation of test results. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3.
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NDTE2411
Preparation For Welding Inspection
General principles of welding inspection including welding processes, terms and definitions, welding discontinuities, duties and responsibilities of inspectors, destructive and nondestructive testing, quality assurance/quality control, welding codes and blueprints, procedures, and case studies. An overview of welding tools and equipment, metallurgy, chemistry, and joint design. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG1291
Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist: Intro. to Gas Metal Arc Welding
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. A study of the principles of Gas Metal Arch Welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. Lecture Hrs = 1, Lab Hrs = 2.
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WLDG1323
Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment
An introduction to welding careers and safety practice, including welding safety; OSHA and the Hazardous Communication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shop operations; use and care of precision measuring tools; and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instruction on various types of welding equipment and processes, basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbols, and blueprints. Also includes metal preparation, joint design and oxy-fuel cutting. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1327
Welding Codes
An in-depth study of welding codes and their development in accordance with structural standards, welding processes, destructive and nondestructive test methods. Includes API 1104 and ASME Sections V and IX. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1337
Introduction to Welding Metallurgy
A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability and ductility. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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WLDG1428
Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG1434
Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding
An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG1435
Introduction to Pipe Welding
An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2331
Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis
A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course. Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0.
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WLDG2443
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2451
Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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WLDG2453
Advanced Pipe Welding
Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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