WLDG 227 - GMAW Aluminum Multi-Joint

1 Lecture hour, 4 lab hours, 3 credit hours
Introduces the principles and practices of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) on aluminum plates. Emphasis is placed on the safe setup and operation of GMAW equipment, aluminum metallurgy, base metal preparation, and proper welding techniques. Students will gain hands-on experience producing weld pads, fillet welds, and V-groove welds in multiple positions using aluminum filler metal and plate materials. The course prepares students for multi-pass aluminum welds with an emphasis on joint fit-up, quality, and positional welding challenges. Prerequisite(s): WLDG 101, WLDG 201, AND WLDG 202. Course/Lab Fee $40