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WLDG 1428 - Intro Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

CIP Code 480508

4 Course Credits

An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, and various joint designs.

2 Lecture Hours Per Week
6 Lab Hours Per Week
128 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course