Gas Metal Arc Welding (Advanced Welding)

721 and 721PA – Gas Metal Arc Welding (Advanced Welding) (176000) – 1 credit

· Full year - Prerequisite Required (see below) – Grades 10, 11, 12* - Fee

1. Any student who has taken Welding Technologies or Advanced Manufacturing.

2. Juniors that are in a CT Program

3. Seniors that are looking at welding as a career option post-graduation.

Students will use the Gas Metal Arc Welding process (GMAW) to join various types of metal. They will cut metals using oxy-fuel processes and perform multiple types of welds and joints in all positions up to and including overhead. They will select the appropriate type of electrode wire, shielding gas and adjust welding equipment based on the physical characteristics and metal properties. Students will apply quality control factors to evaluate weld quality

*Preferential placement will be 10^th grade students. 11^th and 12^th grade students will be placed in the course on a space available basis.

Selected students (Grades 11 and 12) may participate in this course as part of a recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program. This may lead to a 12 Point Industry Recognized Credential.