MCCCD Program Description

Advanced GMAW and FCAW

Course: WLD206AB

First Term: 2020 Fall

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

Description: Instruction and practice of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux cored arc welding (FCAW) in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prepare for industry code performance qualification plate tests with both welding processes.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Adhere to industry safety regulations applicable to welding environments. (I) 2. Demonstrate proficient use of power sources, tools, and equipment in welding and cutting processes. (I-VI) 3. Using the GMAW process, perform limited thickness plate qualifications in any position. (II, III) 4. Using the FCAW process, perform limited thickness plate qualifications in any position. (II, IV) 5. Utilize applicable welding procedures to set up various joint types in both the GMAW and FCAW processes. (II-IV) 6. Interpret technical drawings and welding symbols. (II-VI) 7. Create acceptable performance qualification test coupon(s). (III-VI) 8. Use visual inspection techniques to assure weld quality. (V) 9. Repair weld discontinuities per industry standards. (V) 10. Identify the challenges and employment opportunities within the field of welding. (VII) 11. Demonstrate professional knowledge and personal accountability. (VIII) 12. Document work according to industry standards. (IX)
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. Safety A. Personal protective equipment B. Workplace environment C. Power sources, tools, and equipment for cutting and welding II. Welding procedures and setup for industry code performance qualification A. Welding procedure B. Equipment setup 1. Polarity 2. Voltage 3. Wirefeed speed C. Weldment fit-up 1. Base metal selection 2. Base metal cleaning 3. Base metal preparation 4. Inspection III. Gas metal arc welding A. Metal transfer modes 1. Short circuit 2. Globular 3. Spray 4. Pulsed spray B. Position of weld coupon 1. 1G flat 2. 2G horizontal 3. 3G vertical 4. 4G overhead C. Welding procedure and technique 1. Length of contact tip to work distance (CTWD/stickout) 2. Work and lead angles 3. Travel speed 4. Heat settings and gun manipulation IV. Flux cored arc welding A. Position of weld coupon 1. 1G flat 2. 2G horizontal 3. 3G vertical 4. 4G overhead B. Welding procedure and technique 1. Length of contact tip to work distance (CTWD/stick-out) 2. Work and lead angles 3. Travel speed 4. Heat settings and gun manipulation V. Weld inspection A. Weld quality compliance B. Weld size C. Proper location D. Weld repair procedures VI. Industry testing methods A. Non-destructive testing (NDT) B. Destructive testing (DT) VII. Employment challenges and opportunities A. Manufacturing B. Construction C. Nuclear D. Aerospace E. Maintenance VIII. Accountability A. Ethics B. Professionalism IX. Work documentation A. Welding procedure specification (WPS) B. Welder performance qualification record (WPQR)

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 10, 2019

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