Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
UAPP-0019
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
84 Hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Description

Objective:

To train the student in the gas-tungsten arc welding (tig) process.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Produce a contaminate free weld on various metals in various positions
  • Understand how using a tungsten electrode in an inert gas envelope provides a pure environment for welding certain metals
  • Set-up, adjust and use the welding machine, the gas purge equipment and the hand-held torch
  • Describe how the shielding gas protects the weld puddle from contamination from the atmosphere
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials