WELD 230 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding on Pipe

Recent Professors: C. Araiza
Recent Semesters: Summer 2026, Summer 2025
Class Size: 24 students
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Prerequisite(s): WELD 135 with a grade of "C" or better.
Summer 2026 Sections: View Summer 2026 sections of WELD 230
Transfers To: CSU
Description: This course is designed to be a study of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). 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 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) on Carbon Steel Pipe (Open Root). To support and enhance the understanding and application of SMAW and Welding Technology principles, the student will develop an understanding of Industrial Safety Standards, Technical Drawings, Weld/Welding Symbols, Electrical Fundamentals, Fundamental SMAW Welding Metallurgy, Fundamentals of Quality Assurance, Welding Codes (API 1104 and ASME Section IX), and Weld Testing/Inspection. The development of welding skills sets and practices for SMAW applications on carbon steel pipe will require the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the application of all Safety Rules.
Usually Held: Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:05am–12:10pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 7:30am–8:55am, Mon Tue Wed Thu 7:40am–9:00am