Master Syllabus AG1563, Agricultural Welding

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Credits 3 Lab Hours 2 Lecture Hours 1

This course provides students with the theory, knowledge, and skills necessary for the construction/fabrication of metal projects. Emphasis will be placed on laboratory safety, general laboratory measurements, metal identification/ characteristics, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), plasma cutting, and project construction.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The agriculture program at SCCC provides opportunities to further each student’s knowledge of and skills in agricultural operations.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate excellent knowledge of safety practices.
  2. Assemble projects in the lab based on verbal and written instructions.
  3. Exhibit exceptional housekeeping standards in the shop.
  4. Execute welds that meet or exceed industry standards.   
Course Outline
  1. Safety
  2. Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting
  3. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
  4. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
  5. Plasma Cutting
  6. Project Construction
Instructional Methods
  1. Laboratory
  2. Online assessments
  3. Group discussion
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Course Textbook
  2. Welding Tips and Tricks
  3. Miller Weld Calculators
  4. Previous Course Projects
Methods of Assessment
  1. SCCC Outcome #1 will be measured and assessed by written exams.
  2. SCCC Outcome #5 will be measured and assessed by verbal exams and project completion.
  3. SCCC Outcome #9 will be measured and assessed by attendance and group work.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.

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