MCCCD Program Description

Advanced GMAW and FCAW Welding

Course: WLD206AB

First Term: 2018 Summer

Lec + Lab 5.0 Credit(s) 8.0 Period(s) 7.1 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S - Standard Load

Description: Instruction in theory and practice of the wire feed welding process with emphasis on advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) 3G and 4G, Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) 3G and 4G positions. Welding procedures performed on ferrous (steel) metals. Set up and operation of all types of machines used in Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate weld testing positions. (I) 2. Identify testing procedures as they relate to material analysis. (II) 3. Describe different methods of metal identification. (III) 4. Describe different types of metal testing methods used in industry. (IV) 5. Identify welding symbols used on blueprints. (V) 6. Design and layout templates used for welding. (VI) 7. Describe the process of mig welding. (VII) 8. Explain different weld machines and related equipment. (VIII) 9. Demonstrate the process of setting up welding procedures. (IX) 10. Identify the different types of alloys and the applications of each. (X) 11. Describe the flux core welding process. (XI) 12. Explain the various parts of a mig welding machine. (XII) 13. Perform welding procedure as related to mig welding. (XIII) 14. Identify the different types of alloys and their application as related to MIG welding. (XIV) 15. Perform a American Welding Society (AWS) certification test in two positions 3G (vertical) and 4G (overhead) with the GMAW welding process x-raying all plates. (XV) 16. Perform AWS certification test in positions 3G (vertical), and 4G (vertical) with FCAW welding process x-ray testing all plates.(XVI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Testing Positions A. Flat B. Horizontal C. Vertical D. Overhead II. Testing Procedures A. Joint Types B. Position of Work C. Material Analysis D. Testing Method E. Allowable Tolerance III. Metal Identification A. Appearance B. Weight C. Spark Test D. Hardness E. Magnetism F. Cross-Sectional Break Area IV. Test Methods A. Guided Bend Test B. Tensile Strength Test C. X-Ray Examination D. Ultrasonic Test E. Pressure Test F. Static Load Test V. Blueprint Symbols A. Joint Symbol Identification B. Weld Symbol Identification C. Weld Location D. Weld Duration Signs E. Detail Information F. Material List VI. Layout A. Short Method Pipe B. Templates Pipe C. Locking Methods D. Measurements E. Weld Sequence VII. Description of Process A. Arc Stream B. Shielding of Molten Metal VIII. Equipment A. AC Machine B. DC Machine C. Torches D. Electrical System E. Gas System F. Water System IX. Procedures A. Joint Design B. Cleaning C. Weld Backing D. Welding Current E. Weld Speed F. Arc Length G. Welding Techniques H. Gas Flow Rate-Cubic Foot per Hours (CFH) I. Wire Composition J. Fouling of the Electrode X. Application A. Carbon Steel B. Stainless Steel C. Hardfacing D. Tool Steel XI. Description of Process A. Arc stream B. Shielding of arc and molten puddle XII. Equipment (MIG) A. DC Generator B. Transformer rectifier C. Wire feeder D. Wire feed gun E. Spooled wire F. Electrical system G. Shielding gas system H. Possible water system XIII. Procedures (MIG) A. Joint design B. Cleaning C. Wire diameter D. Voltage E. Wire speed - amperage F. Welding techniques G. Gas flow rate - CFH H. Nozzle size I. Drive roll pressure XIV. Application (MIG) A. Aluminum B. Stainless steel C. Carbon steels D. Hardfacing E. Buildup work F. High speed production XV. Certification MIG (AWS) A. Carbon steel set-up B. Vertical C. Overhead D. X-ray E. Procedure qualification XVI. FCAW Certification (American Welding Society) A. Procedure Qualification B. Positions, 1G and 3G C. Joint Preparation D. Multi-pass Techniques E. X-Ray

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 28, 2017

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