WLDW 004 - Basic Welding

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

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Description:

This 48-hour class will cover welding shop safety and the use of hand tools and equipment typically found in a welding shop. Oxygen acetylene welding will be reviewed, however, the focus is on Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), more commonly known as stick welding. Students will learn how to set up a SMAW system, operate it, and make adjustments for a variety of conditions that welders encounter. Coaching and hands-on practice are offered for skill development. Basic welding supplies are included in the tuition.

Credits:

4.80

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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