| Course Code | Title & Description | Credits | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAF 103 |
Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc WeldingIn this course, students will be exposed to the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process. The student will weld butt, lap and tee joints in the flat and horizontal positions on mild steel and aluminum. Welding vocabulary, theory and safety precautions will be discussed in the classroom. The student will apply safe work practices, welding techniques ... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 104 |
Soldering and BrazingIn this course, students are introduced to the soldering and brazing processes on copper tubing and fittings. Students practice braze butt, lap and tee joints on steel, and perform a variety of solder and braze joints on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The student will apply safe work practices in the welding laboratory setting. The student's fi... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 105 |
Introduction to Welding ProcessesIn this basic welding class, students are introduced to four welding processes: oxy-fuel welding (OFW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). One cutting process is also explored: oxy-fuel cutting (OFC). Students will learn welding vocabulary, welding theory, safe handling practices and... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 106 |
Welding Print ReadingIn this course, students are introduced to print reading and drafting fundamentals and concepts. Students will learn to recognize and apply key terms, line types, dimensioning and tolerances and the different orthographic views while becoming skilled at interpreting AWS A2.4 standard symbols for welding, brazing and non-destructive examination. Lev... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 109 |
Welding Safety and OSHA RegulationsIn this course, students are introduced to the rights and responsibilities of an entry-level general industry and construction personnel along with the responsibilities of an employer. Course topics include hazard recognition, abatement, control and prevention. Several OSHA regulations topics will be covered, including welding, machine guarding, po... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 110 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Orientation and SafetyIn this course, students will be introduced to the history of the Ironworkers Union, basic safety information, terminology and hands-on experience needed to start working as an Ironworker. Areas of study will include personal protective equipment (PPE) use, scaffolding safety, fire watch procedures, OSHA 30, Subpart R, CPR, first aid and power tool... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 114 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Introduction to WeldingIn this course, students will be introduced to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Oxy-Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting (OFC-W/C), Soldering and Brazing processes and how the processes apply to the Ironworker trade. The student will apply these processes to various joint designs using proper techniques on steel plates and ... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 116 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Shielded Metal Arc WeldingIn this course, students will be introduced to the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and the Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging (CAC/G) processes and how these processes are applied in the Ironworker trade. Students will learn to apply SMAW to various joint designs on plate and structural shapes in multiple positions and perform CAC/G techniques on ste... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 117 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Flux Cored Arc WeldingIn this course, students will be introduced to the Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) process and gain the understanding of how this process is applied in the Ironworker trade. Students will learn to apply FCAW to various joint designs, on plate and structural shapes in multiple positions, using self-shielded and gas shielded filler wire. Welding vocabu... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 119 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Rigging and CranesIn this course, students will be introduced to rigging safety, application of rigging equipment and rigging techniques. Topics covered include but are not limited to: rigging hazards, rigger safety, flagger procedures, appropriate rigging signals, material handling, rigging calculations, rigging hardware, crane equipment and operations. Preparation... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 120 |
Ironworker Pre-Apprenticeship Print Reading and Contextualized MathIn this course, the pre-apprentice is provided with training in various line types and symbols used in construction drawings such as steel frame construction, architectural, engineering and specialty drawings used by the ironworker trade. The math portion of this course will present relevant math formulas, math problems, measurements with specified... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 125 |
Introduction to Welding Processes IIn this course, students will be introduced to the following welding processes: Oxy-Fuel Welding (OFW), Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC), Brazing, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel plate and sheet metal. This will include the Flat (1G/F) and horizontal (2G/F) positions. Surfacing (Pad welding) will also be performed i... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 126 |
Introduction to Welding Processes IIIn this course, students will continue their study of welding theory and vocabulary, and will be introduced to the following welding processes: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). Multiple weld joints are covered in the flat (1F/G) and horizontal (2F/G) positions on plate and sheet metal... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 130 |
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)In this course, which expands on the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, students are introduced to all position welding on various joint designs. Other topics in the course include AWS electrode identification, classification and proper weld positioning. Students will apply techniques taught in the course when welding structural shapes and ... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 131 |
Thermal Cutting, Gouging and Weld RepairIn this course, students are introduced to the following cutting and gouging processes: Oxy-fuel cutting (OFC), Gouging, Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), Plasma Arc Gouging, Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC), Carbon Arc Gouging, Oxygen Lance Cutting and Gouging. These processes will be applied to plate, sheet metal and pipe. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading ... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 139 |
Basic Metal FabricationIn this course, students are introduced to the principles and practices of metal fabrication and the proper and safe use of various pieces of metal fabricating equipment. Students will apply fabrication techniques of drafting and print reading, layout, assembly, tacking and welding to manufacture basic metal projects. This course contains material ... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 140 |
Inspection and TestingIn this course, students are introduced to the most common types of weld inspection and testing methods. Destructive testing methods include bend tests, tensile pulls, charpy V notch and macro etch tests with non-destructive methods focusing on visual, dye penetrant, ultrasonic, magnetic particle and radiographic testing. Welding code acceptance cr... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 150 |
Automated Welding and CuttingIn this course, students are introduced to basic robotic welding and cutting. Safety, set-up, programming and industry applications are covered. Students will be exposed to five- and six-axis robotic applications of gas metal arc welding (GMAW), laser, spot and resistance welding as well as plasma, laser and water jet cutting methods. Level I Prere... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 174 |
WAF Co-op Education IIn this course, students gain skills from a new experience in an approved, compensated, industry-related position. Together with the instructor and employer, students set up work assignments and learning objectives to connect classroom learning with career related work experience. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; cons... |
(1-3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 210 |
Welding MetallurgyIn this course, students will be introduced to grain structure, atomic structure and phase transformations. They will recognize and illustrate the various aspects of extractive, mechanical and physical metallurgy including the theory and practice of metal identification, selection, processing, fabrication, conditioning and testing of ferrous and no... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 230 |
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)In this course, students further develop their Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) skills by learning the American Welding Society (AWS) codes and standards and applying them to welds being performed. Students will create welded samples including sheet metal, plate, "C" channel and "H" beam joints in all positions as well as pipe in the 5F/G and 6G p... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 231 |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)In this course, students will further enhance their Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) skills by performing advanced welding techniques most commonly used in the aerospace, manufacturing and automotive industries. Materials, such as, carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, copper and cast iron will be used. Multiple passes will be required using posi... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 232 |
Semi-Automatic Welding ProcessesIn this course, students enhance their welding skills in the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Metal Cored Arc Welding (MCAW) processes by performing advanced welding techniques most commonly used in the manufacturing, automotive and construction industries. Other topics include filler metal classification and specific... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 233 |
Submerged Arc and Flux Core Arc WeldingIn this course, students are introduced to the Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) processes with automated and semi-automated wire feed systems. Safety, set-up, programming, industry applications as well as AC/DC polarities, waveform technology and applications on longitudinal (plate) and circumferential (pipe) are demonst... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 239 |
Advanced Metal FabricationIn this capstone course, students will utilize various skills they have learned throughout the program. Students will be required to utilize their print reading skills to interpret a blueprint, layout a project, cut material, bend, drill, mill, assemble and weld projects in accordance with specifications on the blueprint. Group and individual proje... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| WAF 290 |
Advanced Training and Weld CertificationIn this course, students will improve their command of welding processes, advance their welding skills and perform welds to the high standards established by the American Welding Society (AWS). The theory and skills needed for certification in specific welding vocations will be covered. Visual inspection of weld discontinuities along with the requi... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
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