WEL 252 - Gus Tungsten Arc Welding for Aluminum: SENSE1

CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
1 credit(s)

Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for gas tungsten arc welding. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on aluminum in flat and horizontal positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for successful completion of this course. This course aligns to SENSE Level I, Module 7 Key Indicators 1, 2 and 13 - 17, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Students will evaluate GTAW equipment, accessories and consumables to ensure proper safety and operations.

2. Students will produce fillet and groove welds in the flat and horizontal positions on aluminum.

3. Students will evaluate welds to ensure AWS D.1.2 standards are met.