WE 126. Cutting Processes

Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): A score at a pre-determined level on a placement instrument.

This course will enable the student to recognize and apply proper fundamentals of various cutting processes. The student will distinguish several types of mechanical and thermal cutting equipment and processes used in the welding trade and demonstrate the safe and correct set up, operation and shutdown of the Oxy-fuel, Plasma Arc, Carbon Arc Cutting with Air and Mechanical cutting workstations. The student will also inspect quality and tolerance of cuts according to industry standards. Cutting safety will be emphasized.