WE1002: Arc Cutting and Gouging

This course covers the air carbon arc cutting process. This course also carries out shape cutting operations using the manual plasma arc cutting process. In this course the student performs minor external repairs to weldments. Entry Level occupational orientation for Welders wishing to pursue a career in Welding need follow; safe practices, perform housekeeping duties, and follow verbal, written work instructions for the completion of detail assignments. 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.