Dec 21, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

IMG 2031 - Welding Safety and Virtual Welding



Clock Hours: 6

Prerequisites: IMG 2020 - Motors & Motor Control Systems  

Course Description:
Students learn the proper way to set up and operate welding and cutting equipment and practice welding with the virtual welder.

Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Be able to list at least seven hazards that exist in the welding shop.

2. Identify the clothing items that should be worn when welding or cutting

3. Explain the various causes of fire hazards

4. Describe the danger of fumes and airborne contaminants to the welder and the precautions that provide respiratory protection

5. Cite at least five general rules to follow when storing compressed gases