WELD 2404 - MIG Welding-Advanced

Common Course Number: WELD 24044
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 2 Lecture, 4 Lab
Offered: Fall, Spring

Study and practice of gas metal arc welding and flux core arc welding on groove welds in all positions. Machine set-up and techniques for ferrous metals, will be practiced. Metal transfers, including short circuit and spray, will be studied and practiced. Shielding gases and their effects on final weld quality will be evaluated. An American Welding Society workmanship sample will be fabricated and welded as required.

Prerequisite: WELD 1404 - MIG Welding-Basic