WEL 123 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Basic)

3 credits
Teaches operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Deals with running beads, butt and fillet welds in all positions. Emphasizes safety procedures Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisites: SAF 130 and WEL 150.