WELD 237 - Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding

Introduces the principles and practices of welding on non-ferrous metals ranging from aluminum to different forms of alloy steels. This course will use Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course will also cover the safe use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting on non-ferrous metals. Begins with the safe operation and use of basic metal heating and cutting equipment. Also covers the basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds in all six positions (1F/1G, 2F/2G, 3F/3G, 4F/4G, 5G, and 6G). Prerequisite(s): WELD 196, WELD 242, and WELD 243 or equivalent work experience with instructor approval.
(PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)