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Gas Metal Arc Welding

480522

Grade Levels:12th
Course Length:2 semesters
Credits:1
Prerequisites:Blueprint Reading for Welding/Oxy-fuel Systems/SMAW/SMAW Groove Welds
 

This course covers identification, inspection, and maintenance of GMAW machines; identification, selection and storage of GMAW electrodes; principles of GMAW; and the effects of variables on the GMAW process. Theory and applications of related processes such as FCAW, SMAW, and metallurgy are also included. Students learn the practical application and manipulative skills of Gas Metal Arc Welding and the proper safety situations needed in this process. Both ferrous and non-ferrous metals will be covered, as well as various joint designs on plate in all positions.