Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis is a basic course to support trade skills for students in allied fields. The course introduces students to welding equipment, nomenclature, safety, plasma and mechanical cutting, metallurgical exploration of ferrous and nonferrous material, ductility of materials, effects of coldworking and heating treating. (formerly Welding 15ab) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon 12:00pm–12:50pm, Mon Wed 1:15pm–3:20pm, Wed 12:00pm–1:05pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 1:30pm–2:50pm