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2020-2021 Catalog [Archived] 
    
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WELD 20A - Flux Core and Gas Metal Arc Welding


4 units
2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours lab
Prerequisite: WELD 10C  or WELD 23  with a minimum grade of C
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course is designed to develop semiautomatic welding skills. Welding processes include Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). The course offers an in-depth study into work procedure specifications, operation and maintenance of constant voltage welding machines, occupational safety, and D1.1 code semi-automatic classifications/specifications. Emphasis is placed on the theory and practice of joint preparation, complete joint penetration (CJP), and various cover pass processes utilizing semi-automatic arc welding.

Note: Letter grade or pass/no pass option.



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