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2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Programs at Terra State Community College consist of courses that prepare students for a specific educational goal. On the following pages, descriptions are provided for courses that appear in more than one program, fulfill a general elective requirement, or prepare students for more advanced study in a discipline.
Disclaimer: Offered terms for all courses are subject to change without notice.
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WET 1010 - Welding Processes Survey
3 Credits
This is a theoretical overview of safety, terminology, and lab experience in the major welding processes. The processes covered include (SMAW) Shielded Metal Arc Welding, (GMAW) Gas Metal Arc Welding, Oxy-fuel Cutting, Brazing, and Plasma Cutting. Students will gain experience with various types of cutting machinery and tools. Offered (All)
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WET 1145 - SMAW Theory and Lab
3 Credits
Prerequisite(s): WET1010
This is a lecture/lab course that provides instruction in the safe application of Shielded Metal Arc Welding. Topics include safety, selection and preparation of welding joints, carbon and low alloy steel electrodes, machine setup, and welding techniques. Blueprint reading and symbols will be covered and is a part of the lecture portion of this class. Welding Lab projects will provide students with the necessary skills necessary to meet AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria for SMAW fillet weld and groove welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions on mild carbon steel. Offered (All)
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WET 1150 - Inspection
3 Credits
An overview of the functions and responsibilities of the Welding Inspector, including the study of the applicable welding codes. The requirements of the AWS certified welding inspectors (CWI), examination are reviewed. Offered (All)
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WET 2435 - GMAW and GTAW Welding Theory
2 Credits
Co-requisite(s): WET2445 or WET2455
This is a lecture course on inert and active gas mixtures for shielding during welding. Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and plasma arc welding and cutting (PAW/PAC) are covered. Welding process selection and use for welding ferrous and nonferrous metals will also be discussed. Offered (All)
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WET 2445 - GMAW Welding Lab
2 Credits
Co-requisite(s): WET2435
This is a laboratory course with instruction in gas metal arc welding GMAW and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions on mild carbon steel and aluminum. Modes of metal transfer and their uses are also reviewed. Offered (All)
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WET 2455 - GTAW Welding Lab
2 Credits
Co-requisite(s): WET2435
This is a laboratory course with instruction in GTAW in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions on mild carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Offered (All)
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WET 2545 - Structural Steel Fabrication
1 Credit
Prerequisite(s): WET1145
Co-requisite(s): WET2445 & WET2455
This is a lab course working with blue prints and layout tools. Students will design, estimate cost,and create a project. These projects will be completed by using skills learned in previously taken classes, using tools and the use of multiple welding and cutting processes. Offered (Fall, Spring)
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WET 2670 - Codes and Procedures
3 Credits
Emphasis will be placed on writing welding procedures. Instruction relating to the various codes and standards governing welding procedures and welder qualification will be covered in detail. Offered (Fall, Spring)
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WET 2710 - Pipe Welding/Downhill
2 Credits
Prerequisite(s): WET1145
Downhill pipe welding is a laboratory class in which SMAW skills are developed to weld cross-country transmission and other low pressure piping systems. The course is designed to prepare the student to weld in the 1GR, 2G, 5G, and 6G positions in accordance with the API Standard 1104. Students will complete laboratory projects on 6 diameter mild carbon steel pipe. Offered (Fall, Spring)
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WET 2720 - Pipe Welding/TIG
2 Credits
Prerequisite(s): WET2435& WET2455
TIG pipe welding is a laboratory class in which GTAW skills are developed to weld either structural tubing or piping systems and/or pressure piping systems. The course is designed to prepare the student to weld in the 1GR, 2G, 5G, and 6G positions in accordance with either the AWS Structural Code or the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code. Students will complete laboratory projects on 2” & 4” diameter mild carbon steel pipe. Offered (Fall, Spring)
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WET 2750 - Pipe Welding/Uphill
2 Credits
Prerequisite(s): WET1145
This course consists of a series of instructional units stressing theory and practical application in the area of welding carbon steel pipe. In accordance with the requirements of the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX. Offered (Spring)
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WET 2900 - Welding Capstone
2 Credits
Prerequisite(s): WET1145, WET2445, WET2455, WET2700 or WET2710 or WET2720
Co-requisite(s): WET2670
This course is a preparation lab class for the passing of plate and/or pipe certifications. The tests are in accordance with the State of Ohio and the AWS, and the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section 1X. Offered (Fall, Spring)
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WET 2980 - Work Experience/Internship
1 Credit
Prerequisite(s): EBE2980
A cooperative work experience is on or off campus paid employment which augments formal instruction in the Welding curriculum. The experience is coordinated by the Cooperative Education Coordinator who visits the job site for a conference with the student and supervisor at least once per term. As part of this course the student must attend a cooperative education orientation. A maximum of thirteen credit hours may be earned in cooperative work experience. Offered (On Demand)
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