WELD 156 GMAW & FCAW
This course serves as an introductory and intermediate course to GMAW and FCAW processes. Students will learn the theory of and the techniques needed to properly set up and use GMAW and FCAW welding equipment safely. Students will weld the common joints found in the welding industry, in all positions using solid and flux cored wires using various material types. Students will develop the skills needed to take the American Welding Society SENSE certification tests for GMAW and FCAW welders. Principles of metallurgy associated with GMAW and FCAW welding processes will be taught.
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
WELD 156GMAW & FCAW
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Trade & Industry
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
37.5
Semester Contact Hours Lab
112.5
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course serves as an introductory and intermediate course to GMAW and FCAW processes. Students will learn the theory of and the techniques needed to properly set up and use GMAW and FCAW welding equipment safely. Students will weld the common joints found in the welding industry, in all positions using solid and flux cored wires using various material types. Students will develop the skills needed to take the American Welding Society SENSE certification tests for GMAW and FCAW welders. Principles of metallurgy associated with GMAW and FCAW welding processes will be taught.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Utilizing CSI vehicles and components, the student will learn to:
- Identify, understand, demonstrate, & apply knowledge and skill in:
- Comply with federal, state, and local safety legal requirements including OSHA
- Demonstrate techniques required when utilizing GMAW process
- Demonstrate techniques required when utilizing FCAW process
- Demonstrate knowledge and manipulative skills in the use of ER70S- 6electrode wire
- Demonstrate knowledge and manipulative skills in the use of E71T-8 electrode wire
- Perform various welds in F,V,H and OH positions
- Complete with 75% accuracy an AWS SENSE Module 5 Exam
- Complete with 75% accuracy an AWS SENSE Module 6 Exam
- Be familiar with all student policies and procedures at the College of Southern Idaho
- Successfully complete textbook assignments, quizzes and exams
- Have a clear understanding of the demands associated with the welding profession
- Demonstrate the proper attitude, appearance, and professionalism that assist an individual in being safe and successful as a welder
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Overview of content:
SENSE aligned curriculum
Hands on Application of content learned in Welding Theory 151
Welding Laboratory Task List: All position groove and fillet welds
Introduction to GMAW pipe welding
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
Complete all Laboratory tasks
Required Exams
SENSE Module #5: Passing Grade is 75% accuracy
SENSE Module #6: Passing Grade is 75% accuracy
Required Text
Welding Skills 5th edition Textbook: B.J. Moniz
Welding Skills 5th edition Workbook: Jonathan F. Gosse
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
Complete all Laboratory tasks
SENSE Module #5: Passing Grade is 75% accuracy
SENSE Module #6: Passing Grade is 75% accuracy