WELD 171 - Gas Metal Arc Welding

    Recent Professors
    Christopher Huff, Timothy Foster, John Coon, Randy Emery
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    22 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Introduction to the theory and concepts of welding as applied to Gas Metal Arc Welding and related processes including FCAW and FCAW-G primarily on carbon steel materials. Students will learn welding safety, equipment setup, joint preparation, and welding in multiple positions. Emphasis is placed on developing skills to meet industry standards, including AWS D1.1 structural welding code requirements.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:25pm, Tue 6:10pm–9:00pm, Mon 6:10pm–7:25pm, Wed Thu 11:10am–12:25pm