WELD 223: Pipe Welding

Class Program
Credits
3
Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
5
Course ID
092885
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description
Techniques for welding pipe and preparing for WABO certification. SMAW (Stick) and GMAC (MIG) methods are used. Students will weld in all positions, prep and fit at various angles.
Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites
WELD 128 or WELD 131 or WELD 132 or appropriate Industry Experience (Instructor Permission)

Course Learning Outcomes

Core Topics

 

  1. GMAC and SWAW expendables, machines and styles
  2. 1G, 2G, 5G, 6G and 6GR pipe welding positions
  3. Safe machine operation and PPE
  4. Proper welding technique