Jun 01, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

WELD-1130 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) I 3


This course will cover introductory theory and practical applications of structural plate welding, welding safety, handheld torch cutting operations and equipment set up. The development of student skills using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process in all positions will be stressed. The standards of this course are set by the American Welding Society and utilized in both classroom study and laboratory work.
Corequisites: WELD-1132 , WELD-1140 WELD-2140  
Offered: Fall, Spring