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COLLEGE-WIDE COURSE CONTENT SUMMARY
WEL 126 - PIPE
WELDING I (3 CR.)
Course Description
Teaches metal arc welding
processes including the welding of pressure piping in the horizontal, vertical,
and horizontal fixed positions in accordance with Section IX of the ASME
Code. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
General Course Purpose
WEL 126 is a basic
course in pipe welding, where the student will learn basic theory and practical
application in accordance with Section IX of the ASME Code. The experienced
welder, interested in learning to weld pipe, will find WEL 126 educational.
Course Prerequisites/Co-requisites
Prerequisite is WEL 122 Welding II ( Eletric Arc) or division approval
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficient knowledge of preparation and set-up of pipe spools
- Demonstrate their technique of welding in the 2G and 5G positions
- Demonstrate their knowledge of the Qualification Test requirements
- Demonstrate their knowledge of safety and set-up in the lab areas at all times
Major Topics to be Included
- a. Introduction to
pipe welding and fitting, preparation of stock and set-up
- b. ASME Code and Qualification
Test requirements
- c. Welding pipe in
the 2G position
- d. Welding pipe in
the 5G position
Extra Topics
- a. Welding pipe with
the oxyacetylene, M.I.G., and T.I.G. processes
- b. Qualification testing
for certification
Revised1/2012
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