WELD 108 - Introduction to Multi-Process Welding

    Recent Professors
    Pamela Richardson, Estela Rayas
    Recent Semesters
    Winter 2026, Fall 2025, Winter 2025
    Class Size
    25–26 students
    Difficulty
    4.9Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    None
    Winter 2026 Sections
    View Winter 2026 sections of WELD 108
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed to provide students with basic performance qualification skills needed for employment in manufacturing and the maintenance industry. Students are introduced to multiple processes with a primary focus on developing manipulative skills commonly used in manufacturing. Welding processes covered include oxy-acetylene cutting, plasma arc cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). The course also includes a study of occupational safety, weld symbols, and joint design.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 10:00am–1:15pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–9:50am, Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:10pm, Tue Thu 2:20pm–4:35pm