Austin Community College

FY 2007 Course Descriptions

Welding Technology

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NDTE 1405 INTRODUCTION TO ULTRASONIC TESTING (4-3-3). A theoretical study and practical application of ultrasonic testing methods, including the study of ultrasonic capabilities and limitations, equipment, proper application, and written practices and procedures. Concentration will be given to acoustic waveforms, soundbeam divergence, and the relationships between time, distance, and amplitude. Teaches oscilloscope operation using delay, sweep, gain, and other functions. Through laboratory practice with purposely-flawed weld samples, an understanding will be imparted of longitudinal mode geometry in both contact and immersion testing. Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

NDTE 1454 INTERMEDIATE ULTRASONICS (4-3-3). Basic theory and applications of the ultrasonic techniques of materials testing covering the theoretical material from the certification test for Ultrasonic Level I American Society of Non-Destructive Testing. Prerequisites: NDTE 1405 or instructor approval. ( ) Course Type: W

NDTE 2401 ADVANCED ULTRASONIC TESTING (4-3-3). Designed to strengthen the students' knowledge and skills in ultrasonic testing. Emphasis is on welded plate, pipe, and TKY connections, immersion testing, written practices, and procedures. Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: NDTE 1454. ( ) Course Type: W

NDTE 2411 PREPARATION FOR WELDING INSPECTION (4-3-3). General principles of welding inspection including welding processes, terms and definitions, welding discontinuities, duties and responsibilities of inspectors, destructive and nondestructive testing, quality assurance/quality control, welding codes and blueprints, procedures, and case studies. An overview of welding tools and equipment, metallurgy, chemistry, and joint design. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Inspection Certificate. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1428. ( ) Course Type: W

PFPB 2401 PIPE FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION I (4-3-3). Skill development in pipe fabrication and pipe supports. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 2406 or WLDG 1435. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1191 SPECIAL TOPICS IN WELDER/WELDING TECHNOLOGIST (1-1-1). Course designed for the student who wants to pursue special topics and directed studies in welding, joining, or materials technology. Topics vary. May be substituted for required courses in some degree and certificate plans with approval from Department Chair. Fee: $24 Skills: P ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1291 SPECIAL TOPICS IN WELDER/WELDING TECHNOLOGIST (2-2-1). Course designed for the student who wants to pursue special topics and directed studies in welding, joining, and materials technology. Topics vary. May be substituted for required courses in some degree and certificate plans with approval from Department Chair. Fee: $24 Skills: P ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1391 SPECIAL TOPICS IN WELDER/WELDING TECHNOLOGIST (3-2-4). Course designed for the student who wants to pursue special topics and directed studies in welding, joining, and materials technology. Topics vary. May be substituted for required courses in some degree and certificate plans with approval from Department Chair. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50Skills: P ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1405 ART METALS (4-3-3). Fundamentals of conceptualizing and producing utilitarian items in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Skill development through the techniques of sinking, raising, repousse', and piercing to create objects from flat sheet. Topics include brazing, soldering, tinning, polishing, and tool making. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1407 INTRODUCTION TO WELDING USING MULTIPLE PROCESSES (4-3-3). An overview of the basic welding processes, including oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and flex cored arc welding (FCAW). Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1417 INTRODUCTION TO LAYOUT AND FABRICATION (4-3-3). A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes used in construction. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1425 INTRODUCTION TO OXY-FUEL WELDING AND CUTTING (4-3-3). An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding and cutting equipment and supplies. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1427 WELDING CODES -- CERTIFICATION (4-3-3). Prepares the student for certification tests required by industry. Includes the study of welding codes and their development in accordance with structural standards, welding processes, destructive and nondestructive test methods. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Code Welding degree and for the Art Metals degree. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 2406. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1428 INTRODUCTION TO SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) (4-3-3). An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1434 INTRODUCTION TO GAS TUNGSTEN ARC (GTAW) WELDING (4-3-3). An introduction to the principles of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, and Flux-Cored Arc Welding; setup and use of equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions and joint designs. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1435 INTRODUCTION TO PIPE WELDING -- API 1104 (4-3-3). An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G, 2G, and 5G using various electrodes in accordance with American Petroleum Institute API-1104: Standard for Welding Pipelines and Facilities. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1457. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1437 INTRODUCTION TO METALLURGY (4-3-3). A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal, including hardness, machinability, and ductility. Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1442 METAL SCULPTURE (4-3-3). Instruction in the techniques and methods of art metals and metalsmithing. Skill development in welding, brazing, and finishing techniques. Topics address work ethics, artistic styles, and professionalism. Students will be urged to develop individualized work ethics and artistic styles. All welding, brazing, and finishing techniques will be open to the student's discretion. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Art Metals Certificate. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1453 INTERMEDIATE LAYOUT AND FABRICATION (STRUCTURAL CONNECTIONS) (4-3-3). A continuation of WLDG 1417. Covers design and production of shop layout, fabrication, and field erection of critical building and bridge moment connections. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Plate Welding Certificate. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1457. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1457 INTERMEDIATE SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) (4-3-3). A study of the production of various groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in test positions. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1428. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1475 INTRODUCTION TO BLUEPRINT READING FOR WELDERS (4-3-3). A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis placed on terminology, symbols, graphic description, and welding processes, including systems of measurement and industry standards. Interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry. Prerequisites: WLDG 1428 and WLDG 1457 or department approval. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 1491 SPECIAL TOPICS IN WELDER/WELDING TECHNOLOGIST (4-3-3). Course designed for the student who wants to pursue special topics and directed studies in welding, joining, and materials technology. Topics vary. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. May be substituted for required courses in some degree and certificate plans with approval from Department Chair.

Architectural Hardware-- Emphasis on the manufacture of architectural hardware and ornament encountered in the black-smithing and metalsmithing industries.

Coppersmithing--Course designed for developing skills in the use of copper for sinking, raising, and repousse to create objects from flat sheets. Topics will include soldering, polishing, and surface treatment to produce utilitarian items in copper.

Furniture Design and Production--This course will guide students through furniture production practices from design through manufacture in metals. Design criteria, layout and production methods, client relations, and welding in various processes will be topics to enrich the learning experience.

Industry Practices--Topics initiated by students on current industry practices with instructor approval. Designed to acquaint the student with current needs of industry. Where applicable, field trips to area installations to observe the manufacturing applications. Information theory on market analysis for students defining career choices. Business planning for those desiring to become entrepreneurs.

Metal Design & Function--Course designed for developing skills in designing and fabricating functional metal objects using and aesthetic skills in the spirit of quality craftsmanship. Students will utilize various metal-working and welding techniques as they apply to fabricating realistic projects, with a special emphasis on concept, design, and safety.

Tool Making--Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation in tool making and relevant to the professional development of the student. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2406 INTERMEDIATE PIPE WELDING -- ASME SECTION IX (4-3-3). A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes in accordance with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers' Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1457. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2431 ADVANCED BLUEPRINT INTERPRETATION AND COST ANALYSIS (4-3-3). A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course (WLDG 1413). Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating, including instruction in basic drafting skills. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1413. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2433 METALSMITHING (4-3-3). A study of welding techniques for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Skill development in brazing, forging, and welding in all processes to include coal and gas forges. Emphasis on combining metals and processes to demonstrate technique versatility. Students will be urged to produce individualized items or objects of junction. Combining metals and processes will be encouraged in order to give a strong understanding of the versatility of these techniques and materials and the vast number of objects that can be created. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2435 ADVANCED LAYOUT AND FABRICATION (4-3-3). A continuation of the Intermediate Layout and Fabrication course (WLDG 1453) which covers production and fabrication of layout tools and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1453. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2440 ADVANCED ART METAL (STUDIO PROBLEMS) (4-3-3). Project development in an open-studio atmosphere. Individualized instruction to encourage skill combinations and experimentation. Topics include portfolio preparation and presentation. Students will be encouraged to combine skills, materials and techniques and to experiment freely. Instruction will be offered in an individualized format according to project demands. Portfolio presentation will be the final project. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Metal Sculpture certificate. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: Take 1 of the following: WLDG 1405, WLDG 1442, WLDG 2433. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2441 POWER HAMMER (4-3-3). Skill development in pneumatic, treadle, and trip hammer techniques. Topics include forging various steel alloys and larger stock configurations, tool making, machine care, and hardware. Projects to create functional esthetic objects using power hammers. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2450 ORBITAL TUBE WELDING (4-3-3). An overview of welding in the semi-conductor and related industries. Special emphasis on the disciplines of orbital tube welding, including cutting, facing, and development of weld procedures. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Ultrahigh Purity Piping Certificate. Prerequisites: WLDG 1434. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2451 ADVANCED GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING (4-3-3). Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions on sheet metal, pipe, tube and exotic materials. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50 Prerequisites: WLDG 1434. ( ) Course Type: W

WLDG 2488 INTERNSHIP - WELDING TECHNOLOGY/WELDER (4-0-14). An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Insurance: $3.50Skills: P ( ) Course Type: W

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Course Descriptions as of September 30, 2008 04:36am
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