WLDT 61 - Welding Ferrous Metals

    Recent Professors
    SCOTT MINER
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    24–26 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Theory and safety of welding ferrous metals including steel, alloy steels, stainless steel, and cast iron for industrial applications. Welding processes SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, as well as thermal cutting equipment, uses and applications will be covered. Discussion of American Welding Society Codes, nomenclature, terminology and welding symbols. Physical and mechanical properties of steels, numbering systems and filler metal selection will be discussed. Job opportunities, welder qualification testing and inspection, as well as welding procedure specifications will be explored.