WEL 365 - Flux Core Arc Welding & Metal Cutting

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 1.00
Lab Hours: 4.00
This course provides comprehensive instruction in the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Oxy-Fuel, and Plasma cutting processes. Emphasis is placed on hands-on skill development, with a focus on proper puddle manipulation, wire selection, equipment setup and operation for both FCAW and Oxy-Fuel cutting, welding procedures, and safety practices. Students will gain experience welding in various positions and joint configurations, preparing them for industry-standard applications of FCAW across a range of materials and fabrication/manufacturing scenarios. Students will also gain experience in Oxy-Fuel cutting and equipment set up.

Prerequisite(s):

MFG 106

and

WEL 361

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

Demonstrate safe practices in the Flux cored arc welding process and metal cutting process.
Produce entry-level welding skills in the flux cored arc welding process on mild steel in multiple positions demonstrating different techniques.
Produce entry-level cutting skills with plasma and oxyacetylene cutting process on mild steel.