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WLDG 1191   Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist (1)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)

WLDG 1273   Introduction to Layout and Fabrication (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1274   Intermediate Layout and Fabrication (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of the introductory Layout and Fabrication course which covers design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1275   Intermediate Shielding Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)

WLDG 1276   Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)

WLDG 1277   Introduction to Welding Fundamentals I (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the safety, techniques and practice in the use of oxy-fuel and shielded metal arc welding equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1278   Introduction to Welding Fundamentals II (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation in the fundamentals of equipment used in welding. This course also covers basic metallurgy. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1291   Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 3 Lab./1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

WLDG 1307   Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Basic welding processes. Includes oxy-fuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1317   Introduction to Layout and Fabrication (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1323   Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to welding careers and safety practice, including welding safety; OSHA and the Hazardous Communication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shop operations; use and care of precision measuring tools; and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instruction on various types of welding equipment and processes, basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbols, and blueprints. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1337   Introduction to Welding Metallurgy (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1371   Welding Standards (3)
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics will 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. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1381   Cooperative Education-Welding Technology/Welder (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

WLDG 1391   Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 6 Lab./2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 1425   Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1428   Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to 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. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1430   Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1230. The student may register for either WLDG 1430 or WLDG 1230, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1434   Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1234. The student may register for either WLDG 1434 or WLDG 1234, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1435   Introduction to Pipe Welding (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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 and 2G using various electrodes. Lab required. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)

WLDG 1457   Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1257. The student may register for either WLDG 1457 or WLDG 1257, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1471   Welding Qualifications (4)
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics covered will include interpretation of applicable welding specifications, electrode use, current/polarity characteristics, performing a wide range of welding operations, weld quality analysis, welding supplies/materials conservation practices, and operational safety practices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 1491   Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
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. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 2270   Intermediate Pipe Welding I (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
Pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 2271   Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes I (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding and shield metal arc welding (SMAW). (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)

WLDG 2272   Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes II (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or any other approved welding process. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)

WLDG 2273   Intermediate Pipe Welding II (2) New course added July 10, 2007
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides a more in depth understanding of the SMAW process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

WLDG 2331   Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course. Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating, including instruction in basic drafting skills. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

WLDG 2413   Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, or any other approved welding process. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 2213. The student may register for either WLDG 2413 or WLDG 2213, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 2443   Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 2447   Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Advanced topics in GMAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 2451   Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

WLDG 2455   Advanced Welding Metallurgy (4)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of metallurgy as it applies to welding, including structure, identification, and testing of metals; temperature changes and their effect on welded metals; properties of metals, and factors affecting weldability of ferrous and nonferrous metals. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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