WELD 125 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding on Plate

Recent Professors: C. Araiza, F. Cervantes
Recent Semesters: Winter 2026, Fall 2025
Class Size: 24 students
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Prerequisite(s): WELD 100 with a grade of "C" or better.
Winter 2026 Sections: View Winter 2026 sections of WELD 125
Transfers To: CSU
Description: This course is designed to be a study of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course is one of the required courses in the Welding Technology Program. The student will develop the theory and knowledge base to be able to safely and properly practice welding techniques in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (SMAW) on Steel (A-36), Stainless Steel, and Aluminum plate. To support and enhance the understanding and application of GTAW and Welding Technology principles, the student will develop an understanding of Industrial Safety Standards, Technical Drawings, Weld/Welding Symbols, Electrical Fundamentals, Fundamental GTAW Welding Metallurgy, Fundamentals of Quality Assurance, Welding Codes, and Weld Testing/Inspection. The development of welding skills sets and practices for GTAW applications on plate will require the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the application of all Safety Rules.
Usually Held: Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–9:25am, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 9:35am–12:40pm, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:05pm, Tue Thu 7:10pm–9:15pm