Revised 8/26

WEL 248 - Welding Layout and Fabrication II (2 CR.)

Course Description

Applies previously learned skills from Welding and Fabrication I in a job-simulated situation. Focuses on pipe, structural steel and other weldments that will be fabricated using all available equipment and welding processes. Covers job site type blueprints and drawings used in fabrication. Incorporates American Welding Society (AWS) visual inspection, weld measurements and codes. (Part II of II) Lecture 1 hour, Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

General Course Purpose

WEL 248 is a capstone-style course designed to transition students from basic welding skills to complex, real-world fabrication. By simulating a job-site environment, the course emphasizes the integration of blueprint reading, material layout, and multi-process welding. Students will gain experience in the assembly and inspection of structural and pipe weldments according to AWS codes, ensuring they are prepared for professional fabrication and inspection roles.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisite: WEL 247

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

• Interpret Complex Fabrication Drawings
• Execute Advanced Layout & Fit-up
• Integrate Multi-Process Welding
• Perform Structural & Pipe Fabrication
• Manage Job-Site Workflows
• Apply AWS Code Compliance

Major Topics to Be Included

• Advanced Blueprint Reading
• Advance Fabrication Techniques
• Structural Steel Standards
• Project Estimating & Layout
• Job-Site Safety & Rigging