Discipline: Welding Degree Credit  [X]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Welding 55A


COURSE DESCRIPTION
55A GTAW-Plate Materials Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
Theory, practical application and joining techniques used in gas tungsten arc welding (TIG) processes. Emphasis will be placed on welding and joining of high-tech components and composite materials. May be taken a total of four times. 27 hours lecture and 81 hours laboratory.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Theory, practical application and joining techniques used in basic gas tungsten arc welding (TIG) processes
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.   Prepare joint designs on plate material.

2.   Identify selected welding symbols and their applications.

3.   Demonstrate welding competency on a variety of materials.

4.   Analyze a variety of materials to determine appropriate welding
      techniques and joining processes.

5.   Interpret and apply appropriate safety procedures in gas tungsten arc
      welding.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Gas tungsten arc welding theory
  2. Welding power supply
  3. Fundamentals of gas tungsten arc welding
  4. Welding symbols/Blueprint reading
  5. Aluminum plate material
  6. Stainless plate material
  7. Alloy steel plate material
  8. Magnesium plate

 
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Class lectures/discussions/demonstrations
  • Drills and pattern practices
  • Videos/films/slides/audio tapes
  • Selected projects
  • Class exercises
  • Handouts
  • Guest lecturers
  • Field trips

 
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Demonstrated proficiency in subject matter
  • Competency-based projects
  • Quizzes/examinations
  • Participation and regular attendance
  • Oral examinations
  • Final examination

 
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Jeffus, Larry. Welding: Principles and Applications, 4th edition.
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