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TVCC CERTIFICATE — Welding*
Credit Hrs.
WLDG 1421
Intro. to Welding Fundamentals
4
WLDG 1425
Intro. to Oxy-Fuel Welding & Cutting
4
WLDG 1430
Intro. to Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) Welding
4
WLDG 1417
Intro. to Layout and Fabrication
4
WLDG 1435
Intro. to Pipe Welding
4
WLDG 1457
Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding
4
TOTAL
24
*This program is not designed for transfer.
WLDG 1421
Introduction to Welding Fundamentals (4-2-7)
An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in oxyacetylene and arc welding, including welding and
cutting safety, basic oxyacetylene welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy.
WLDG 1425
Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding & Cutting (4-2-7)
An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and
maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, and cutting equipment and supplies.
WLDG 1430
Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (4-2-7)
A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of
tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs.
WLDG 1417
Introduction to Layout and Fabrication (4-2-7)
A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural
shapes and use in construction.
WLDG 1435
Introduction to Pipe Welding (4-2-7)
An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process, including electrode selection,
equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes.
WLDG 1457 Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4-2-7)
A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test
positions.
***A lab fee of $30.00 per cycle is required.***
