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Course Description:

Students prepare for employment as welders in the manufacturing, construction, aerospace, and maintenance industries.

Entering students learn basic welding procedures for oxy-acetylene welding, brazing and cutting, arc welding, MIG welding, and TIG welding. Students make small projects as their welding skills develop. After learning the basic skills, students may enter the fabrication phase of the class.

During the fabrication phase, students learn to build projects from plate and sheet metal, read blueprints, and performs layout and fitting operations. The safe operation of fabricating equipment for cutting and forming metals is also emphasized.

Special Requirements: Protective clothing and safety glasses