2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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WELD 208 - Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding
PROGRAM: Industrial Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 4
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022
This course provides students with a thorough knowledge of the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process. This course also includes a detailed study of the techniques of making welds in all positions using the GTAW applications. The combination of lectures. labs and discussion provide additional background information essential to a qualified GTAW welder.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
1. Demonstrate safe practices involved in GTAW. [c
2. Demonstrate proper inspection, setup, and breakdown of GTAW equipment. [e,f]
3. Identify and describe the function of each component of a GTAW station. [e,f]
4. Properly identify and assemble all components of the GTAW torch. [e,f]
5. Demonstrate proper safety procedure in removal and refitting of gas cylinders. [e,f]
6. Identify GTAW electrodes and filler metals using the AWS electrode classification system. [e,f]
7. Explain the effects of DCEN, DCEP, and AC current on electrode life, surface cleaning, and weld characteristics. [e,f]
8. Identify proper shielding gases for GTAW. [e,f]
9. Properly prepare tungsten electrodes for welding. [e,f]
10. Properly prepare metals for welding. [e,f]
11. Identify and GTAW five (5) basic weld joints. [e,f]
12. GTAW with Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum. [e,f]
13. GTAW in all positions with mild steel. [e,f]
14. Identify different types of weld defects and describe steps to prevent them. [e,f]
15. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
16. Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]
Note: The letters () after each objective reflect the program to course mapping process required by ATMAE Accreditation.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - - Gases used in GTA Welding
- Weld defects and discontinuities
- AWS Color and ID Code for Tungsten
- AWS visual acceptance criteria for weldments
- Electrodes
- Aluminum base metal identification
- AWS Filler metal classification
- Cleaning and preparing aluminum
- Preparation of tungsten electrodes
GRADING POLICY
GRADE DISTRIBUTION| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
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