WLD 130 - Welding Fundamentals
Lecture Hours: 1 Clinical Hours: 6 Credits: 3
Description: This course introduces students to the principles of cutting and welding, the identification of welding tools and equipment, and the process for setting up and repairing welding equipment. Safety procedures will be emphasized.
Course Topics:
- Precision Cutting Techniques
- Torch Adjustments and Repairs
- Welding Machine Adjustments and Repairs
- Problem Solving
- Safety
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Chaser’s Bark Shop website
Required Materials:
- Flip Front Welding Hood (#10 Lens)
- Welding Goggles (#5 Lens)
- Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt
- High Top Leather Boots
- 10” Channel Lock Pliers
- Long Welding Gloves
- Cotton Welders Cap
- Clear Safety Glasses
- Cotton Pants without Cuffs
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate advanced cutting techniques with oxy-fuel and plasma torches to include precision cutting and beveling from a print.
- Diagnose issues with welding leads, electrode holders, TIG torch bodies to make adjustments, and repairs or replacement as necessary.
- Demonstrate how to repair or replace hoses used for inert gasses and oxy-fuel torches.
- Identify incorrect welds caused by improper machine set up and explain how to correct the machine to make proper welds.
- Utilize OSHA safety standards to ensure all repair work and problem solving follows industry regulations.
For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
- Attendance
- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
- Online Behavior
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
Official Course Syllabus
2026-2027
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