2014-2015 Catalog

WELD 1420 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) - Aluminum I

2.0 - 3.0 - 3.0

Prerequisite

(1) WELD 1410

Course Description

This course emphasizes the theory and techniques used in basic gas tungsten arc welding of aluminum in the flat and vertical positions. It covers the equipment and its proper adjustment and also includes the many types of tungsten electrodes and the use of different gases. NOTE: Students are encouraged to take oxy-acetylene welding before attempting this course.