WLD 141 Symbols and Specifications

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces the basic symbols and specifications used in welding. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of lines, notes, welding symbols, and specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret symbols and specifications commonly used in welding.

Pre-requisite(s): WLD 121 and WLD 112 or WLD 115.
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Apply knowledge on written examinations regarding interpretation of welding and non-destructive testing symbols with minimum scores of 80.
Interpret a blueprint for project specifications, bill of materials and parts, weight, and cost.
Use a welding symbol to develop an accurate working sketch of a weldment and then weld it to AWS D1.1 standards.
Demonstrate industry standard safety practices in a welding environment, according to the program handbook and ANSI Z.49.1 (safety in welding and allied processes).