WELD 11A - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding

    Recent Professors
    David Shrum, Tyler J. Carlisle
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, 27/SP
    Class Size
    25 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    None
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course covers basic or beginning level SMAW welding. This course includes safe work practices, safety in the welding industry, welding equipment selection, beginning technical drawings used in the welding industry, measuring and cutting, the five basic welds, and thermal cutting processes including OFC and Plasma. Students will demonstrate the ability to weld the five basic welds (Butt, Lap, Outside corner, Tee, and Edge) in the horizontal and flat positions using the SMAW process. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 5:00pm–5:45pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 5:45pm–8:25pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 2:00pm–2:30pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 2:30pm–4:20pm