Catalog - Welding Engineering Technology

Associate in Welding Engineering Technology (110)

Department Information

E. Dale Mortensen, Department Chair
Leo Castagno
Departmental Office (208) 356-1862

The Department of Welding Engineering Technology offers instructions in the techniques of welding. Students are taught to recognize and understand the processes involved. Why do certain temperatures affect the welding process differently? What are the chemical, physical, or metallurgical rules behind each process? Intelligent decision making is taught in terms of material usage and of the variables in processing. Jobs are always available for people who understand this type of information in addition to their actual skills.

Students interested in Welding Engineering as a major should see the Engi-neering section of this catalog and consult the Welding advisor.

Associate in Welding Engineering Technology (110)

Accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

This Associate Degree in Welding Engineering Technology is designed as a transfer program. It provides hands-on training in the Welding processes and skills, leading to Welder Certification. This program also provides a solid foundation in Welding Theory, Metallurgy, Welding Examination, Quality Control, Math, Physics, Chemistry and Computers.

Recommended sequence of courses:

First Semester
Religion 2
Eng 111 College Comp 3
Math 110 College Algebra 3
DT 111 Intro Engr Graph 2
OE 131 Beg Word Proc 1
Weld 105 Basic Welding 4
Weld 123 SMAW, FCAW,GMAW 3
Total Credits 18

Second Semester
Religion 2
Eng 216 Tech Rept Writ 3
Math 111 Trigonometry 2
DT 234 AutoCAD 3
Weld 127 GTA Weld CS/SS 4
Weld 256 Auto Weld Process 3
Total Credits 17

Third Semester
Religion 2
Chem 105 Gen Chemistry 4
Ph 105 Appl Physics 3
Ph 107 Appl Phys Lab 1
MT 131 Mach Tool Oper 3
Weld 258 Non Dest Test/Insp 2
Weld 229 Certif & Code Welding 3
Total Credits 18

Fourth Semester
Religion 2
Ph 106 App Physics 3
Ph 108 App Phys Lab 1
HS 131 Personal Health &Wellness 2
Econ 111 Econ Prin & Prob 3
Weld 218 Welding Fabrication 3
MT 222 Engineering Materials 3
Total Credits 18

General Education Requirements

GE courses required are:
Eng 111 College Comp 3
HS 131 Personal Health &Wellness 2

Plus one course from the approved GE list in:
Arts and Letters
or Social Sciences 3
Econ 111 meets this requirement

Courses for Majors

Suggested electives for transfer students:
ACCT 102 Fund of Accounting 3
CIS 140 Micro Computer App 3
ET 135 Basic Elec 3
MATH 162 Geometry & Calc 4
MATH 263 Solid Ana Geo/Calc 4
MT 134 Mfg Proc (Weld 255) 2
MT 231 Tool Design 3
MT 236 Hydr and Pneumatics 3
PH 121 OR 122 Princ of Physics 3
WELD 210 BluPrnt Read/Sketch 2
WELD 225 Pipe & Tube Welding 2
WELD 254 Pipe Cutting/Fitting 2
WELD 290 Special Projects 1
WELD 298 Weld Tech Work Exp 1-3
WELD 210 Blueprint Reading 2

Certificate in Welding Technology

This program is for the student who wants to enter the welding industry well trained and ready for this challenging and rewarding career. This course is hands-on and labor intensive. You will receive instruction and extensive training using the latest weldingtechnics on modern, up-to-date welding equipment. You will be trained in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW. This program also includes robotic welding, automatic thermal cutting, repair and maintenance welding.

Our goals include having you certified in pipe and plate and able to fit and weld in all positions.

For the best sequence and successful completion of the certificate program register as listed below. For students interested in running their own business we recommend a fourth semester of 15-18 credits with classes taken from the suggested classes for “proprietors list”.

Recommended sequence of courses:

First Semester
Religion 2
Math 100S Ag Mathematics 2
MT 131 Mach Tool Operation 3
Weld 105 Basic Welding 4
Weld 123 SMAW, FCAW, GMAW 4
Weld 210 BluPrnt Read/Sketch 2
Weld 250 Equip Maint/Service 2
Total Credits 19

Second Semester
Religion 2
PE or Dance 2
Weld 117 Repair/Maint Weld 2
Weld 127 GTA Weld CS/SS 4
Weld 218 Welding Fabrication 3
Weld 254 Pipe Fit/Cut 2
Weld 256 Automated Weld Proc 3
Total Credits 18

Third Semester
Religion 2
Eng 106 Basic Writing 3
Weld 221 Adv Fabrication 3
Weld 225 Pipe & Tube Weld 4
Weld 229 Cert & Code Weld 3
Weld 258 Non-Dest Test/Insp 2
Total Credits 17

Suggested classes for Proprietors:
ACCT 102 Fund of Accounting 3
B 257 Salesmanship 3
B 283 Small Business Management 3
CIS 140 MicroComputer App 3
COMM 220 Interpersonal Comm 3
DT 111 Intro Engr Graphics 3
DT 234 AUTOCAD 2
ET 135 Basic Electricity 3
MATH 110 College Algebra 3
MT 132 Mfg Processes 2
MT 236 Hydraulics/Pneumatics 3

Course Descriptions

Weld 105 Basic Welding 3-4
Two hours lecture, 7 hours lab per week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
A general Welding course which includes Oxyacetylene welding, Oxyfuel Cutting (OFC), Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc welding (GMAW), Flux Core Arc welding (FCAW), Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC) in the flat and horizontal positions and includes the safety procedures, electrode identification and focuses on theory and practice. Four credits for flat and horizontal position with three credits for flat only. (Fall and Winter)

Weld 117 Repair and Maintenance Welding 2
Prerequisite: Weld 105 or consent of instructor
One hour lecture; two hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Welding techniques, principles, theory, and practices used in the repair and maintenance of equipment. Includes brazing, bronze welding, arc welding, carbon arc gouging, flux core arc welding, and surfacing and its alloys. The study of the physical and mechanical properties, as well as chemical composition of the materials to be repaired will be included. (Winter)

Weld 123 Advanced SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW 3
Prerequisite: Weld 105 or concurrent enrollment
Two hours lecture; four hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Advanced pre-employment training which emphasizes developing manipulative proficiency in the use of SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW in the vertical and overhead positions in light and heavy gauge plate for the welding industry. (Fall)

Weld 127 GTA Welding CS/SS 4
Prerequisite: Weld 123 or permission of instructor
Two hours lecture; four hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Gas Tungsten Arc welding of carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other alloys (titanium, nickel alloys and magnesium and copper used in the welding industry). Includes the study of their physical and mechanical properties and chemical compositions and weldability. Welding will be done in all positions. (Winter)

Weld 210 Blue Print Reading and Sketching for Welders 2
Two hours lecture; one hour lab/week
Sketching, blue print and welding symbol interpretation, plate and pipe layout measurement, bills of materials, dimensioning, notes and specifications, and abbreviations used in fabrication.

Weld 218 Welding Fabrication 2-3
Prerequisite: Weld 105
Two hours lecture; four hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
The use and application of equipment, tools, fasteners, and processes used in fabrication practices in the welding industry. Interpretation of plans for the actual fabrication of small projects. Techniques for layout, fitting, squaring, tacking, and fabricating will be developed. (Winter)

Weld 221 Advanced Fabrication 2-3
Prerequisite: Weld 105, Weld 218
Two hours lecture; four hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Advanced pre-employment training used in the fabrication industry. The interpretation of drawing and symbols for the actual fabrication of large projects. Techniques for layout, fitting, squaring, tacking, welding, and fabricating will be practiced. (Fall)

Weld 225 Pipe and Tube Welding 4
Prerequisite: Weld 105, 123 127 or concurrent enrollment
Two hours lecture; six hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
A variety of material and configurations using SMAW, GTAW and FCAW processes on subcritical pipe welding, critical pipe welding (pressure and power systems, cross country transmission pipeline) and water transmission pipe. The welding will be accomplished in the 1g, 2g, 5g, 6g, and 6gR positions using carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum pipe. (Fall)

Weld 229 Certification and Code Welding 3
Prerequisite: Weld 105, Weld 123, Weld 127, Weld 225 or concurrent enrollment
Two hours lecture; four hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Welding to AWS, API, and ASME codes to meet the entry level employment standards for Code work. Training in the procedures using SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes for qualification of welders in all positions on plate, pipe and rebar. May be taken more than once. A qualification test will be given at end of course by a qualified Certified Welding Testing Lab. (Fall)

Weld 250 Welding Equipment Maintenance and Service 2
Two hours lecture; one hour lab/week
A study of the theory, application, and practices used in maintenance of welding equipment used in the Welding industry. (Fall)

Weld 254 Pipe Fitting and Cutting 2
Prerequisite: Weld 105
Two hours lecture; two hours lab/week
Lab Fee: $20 to partially cover material costs
Pipe fitting, measurements, patterns, marking, and layout tool use needed in the pipe welding industry. Techniques of fitting, layout, cutting saddles, and TKY branches will be practiced. (Winter)

Weld 256 Automated Welding Processes 3
Prerequisite: Weld 105, 123, 127, 210 or concurrent enrollment
Two hours lecture; two hours lab/week
A survey of the automated welding processes and their applications used within today’s welding industry. (Panograph, Robotics, Sub-Arc, Etc.) Field trips and hands-on learning will be used. (Winter)

Weld 258 Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection 2
Prerequisite: Weld 105, 123, 127, 225 or concurrent enrollment
Two hours lecture; two hours lab/week
Theory and application of non-destructive testing systems. Techniques for quality control. Includes magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, leak, visual and ultrasonic testing. (Fall)

Weld 290 Special Projects 1-3
Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair

Weld 298 Welding Technology Work Experience 1-3
Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair
Work experience with selected welding firms. Work period may be arranged during regular semesters. An acceptable written report on the organization and the work done will be required.

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