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About the Course
The Artisan in Welding and Fabrication program is designed to provide students with comprehensive training in welding techniques, metal fabrication processes, and safety procedures necessary for entry-level positions in the welding and metalworking industries. This program emphasizes hands-on experience and practical skills development. Key components of the course include:
Welding Processes: Students will receive instruction in various welding processes, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and oxy-fuel welding and cutting. They will learn the principles and applications of each process.
Fabrication Techniques: The program covers basic metal fabrication techniques such as cutting, grinding, bending, and shaping metal using hand tools and machinery. Students will gain proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings to fabricate metal components accurately.
Welding Equipment and Tools: Students will learn to operate and maintain welding equipment, including welding machines, torches, plasma cutters, and various hand tools. They will receive training in selecting the appropriate welding consumables and tools for specific welding tasks.
Welding Metallurgy: Understanding the metallurgical properties of metals and their behavior during welding is crucial. Students will learn about metal composition, heat treatment, and the effects of welding on material properties to ensure the integrity of welded joints.
Safety Procedures: Emphasis will be placed on safety practices and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries in the welding environment. Students will learn about proper ventilation, fire prevention, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and handling of hazardous materials.
Welding Inspection and Quality Control: The program includes training in visual inspection techniques and basic non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to assess the quality of welded joints. Students will understand the importance of quality assurance and compliance with industry standards and codes.
Practical Projects: Hands-on projects and assignments will allow students to apply their knowledge and skills in welding and fabrication. These projects may include welding joints, fabricating metal structures, and repairing or modifying metal components.
Industry Standards and Certifications: Students will be introduced to relevant industry standards and certifications, such as those from the American Welding Society (AWS), and may have the opportunity to prepare for certification exams.
Prerequisites: There are typically no formal prerequisites for entry into an artisan-level program in welding and fabrication. However, a high school diploma or equivalent is often required.
Course Format: The program may combine classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, and workshop sessions conducted in welding facilities. Hands-on training is a central component of the curriculum.
Assessment: Evaluation may include practical welding tests, written exams, fabrication projects, and performance assessments of welding skills.
Outcome: Graduates of the Artisan in Welding and Fabrication program will possess the technical skills and knowledge needed to pursue entry-level positions as welders, metal fabricators, or related roles in industries such as manufacturing, construction, automotive, and aerospace. They will be prepared to enter the workforce or pursue further education and training in specialized areas of welding and fabrication.
