Prerequisite - Welding Fundamentals or previous welding experience is recommended.
Focuses on welding and fabrication skills used in building welded metal projects. Students will create a working drawing and bill of materials, factor in total costs and weight of their project, cut and tack-weld all components together, and make final welds to complete the job. Welding safety using various welding processes (GTAW, GMAW and SMAW) and safe shop practices will be discussed and demonstrated. The class will also have a team project utilizing the Ercolina Pipe Bending system where each team will build a section of handrail according to shop drawings. This project will include job planning, material cost estimation, pipe-bending, and team building skills. Training on all types of weld shop equipment will be included and students will create a small welded project to keep. (AWS GMAW certification)
Required for class:
- Hard-soled, 8" lace up leather boots (steel-toe preferred but not required).
- Leather Work Gloves
- Clear Safety Glasses (ANZI Z87.1)
- Hybrid Welding Jacket (Leather Sleeves and Fire Retardant Chest)
- Heavy arc welding gloves and a pair of lighter, leather work gloves for oxy-acetylene and GTAW welding
- Internet access and a working email address to complete online homework assignments
BRCC currently has scholarship funding to defray the cost of many workforce courses - such as Welding Fabrication I: GMAW. Most Virginia residents receive a 2/3 discount on tuition and, for many unemployed individuals or individuals in low paying jobs, courses are free or nearly free. Email (info@brcc.edu) or call (540-453-0264) to talk with an advisor who can help get you into a short term training course at BRCC today!
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