WELD 160 — WELD 160
Plate Methods (2-11) 7 Credits This course emphasizes occupational safety training and includes OSHA 10 certification. The course has a strong focus on workplace safety, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and an emphasis on the safe handling of welding and cutting equipment. This course gives basic hands -on instruction in the processes of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Art Welding (GMAC), and Thermal Cutting. Students will learn to identify and use welding-related hand tools. Students will weld on various thicknesses of metal and use a variety of techniques. Topics covered also include how to manage welding supplies, welding consumables, and maintain equipment.