Gas Metal Arc Welding

Provides knowledge of theory, safety practices, equipment and techniques required for successful gas metal arc welding. Qualification tests, all positions, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standard welds. Topics include: GMAW safety and health practices; GMAW theory, machines, and set up; transfer modes; wire selection; shielded gas selection; and GMAW joints in all positions.

Required textbooks and materials (the following are one-time purchases required for all Welding classes):

• Welding Principles and Applications, ISBN 978-1111039172, $155.89
• Welding Principles and Applications Study Guide, ISBN 978-1305494701, $105
• Uniform, $148.66
• Equipment, $129.64