WEL 191 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 1.00
Lab Hours: 4.00
This course provides comprehensive instruction in the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process, commonly referred to as Tig Welding. Emphasis is placed on hands-on skill development, with a focus on process variation, filler rod and tungsten selection, equipment setup and operation, welding procedures, and safety practices. Students will gain experience welding in various positions and joint configurations, preparing them for industry-standard applications of GTAW across a range of materials and fabrication/manufacturing scenarios.

Prerequisite(s):

MFG 106

and

WEL 361

SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate safe practices in the gas tungsten arc weld process.
Produce entry-level welding skills in the gas tungsten arc weld on mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel demonstrating different techniques.
Produce entry-level welding skills in the gas tungsten arc weld process in different positions.