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2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog


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WLD 131 - Gas Metal Arc Welding I **


2 Credit(s)

In this course students will learn the basic skills and knowledge needed to set up Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment, choose appropriate electrodes, and perform GMAW-S and GMAW (spray) operations on carbon steel. Students will have an opportunity to sit for the American Welding Society (AWS) certifications tests. Students will be awarded the certificate if successful on the exams. 

Prereqs: WLD 101 , WLD 111 , and WLD 121  with a passing grade
Course Type: Combo
Tuition Tier: Tier II
Delivery Method:
In-Person
Course Learning Outcomes:
CLO 1) Students will define and describe the hazards associated with GMAW welding.

CLO 2) Students shall define and describe the importance of the PPE required for GMAW. Students are required to always wear the proper equipment in the lab.

CLO 3) Students will describe and define the importance of Ventilation systems.

CLO 4) Students will prepare, fabricate and weld two projects for a practical exam which may include destructive testing to insure a sound weld.



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