Gas Metal Arc Welding

This course provides basic instruction in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux-cored arc welding – gas-shielded (FCAW-G) in a classroom and hands-on laboratory. Topics include shop safety; shop math; print reading; soft skills; and GMAW and FCAW-G fundamentals, principles, materials, techniques, and practices. Laboratory equipment to be provided by the student; student may apply for (requires approval) loaner equipment. Students successfully completing this course will be prepared for entry-level positions. (FT)