- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course covers all position plate welding. Designed for the student who wants hands on experience and basic knowledge of aluminum welding. CSA approved leather steel toed boots and 100% cotton coveralls required.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$804.50
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Describe the principles of operation of the GMAW process.
- Identify the components of a basic GMAW aluminium set-up.
- Identify the power sources for GMAW.
- Identify GMAW aluminium wire feed systems.
- Describe the mode of metal transfer for aluminium.
- Identify the shielding gases used in GMAW as it pertains to aluminium and describe shielding gas equipment and set-up.
- Describe aluminium welding gun assemblies for GMAW.
- Identify aluminium electrode wires for GMAW.
- Describe the functions of pre-selected adjustable variables in GMAW.
- Identify weld defects in GMAW.
- Describe joint preparation for GMAW.
- Describe corrective action and trouble-shooting procedures for GMAW.
- Weld stringer beads and fillet welds in various positions as determined by Instructor.
- Describe the GTAW process.
- Identify the function of the electrode in GTAW.
- Identify the function of shielding gases in GTAW.
- Identify the basic components of a GTAW work station.
- Identify applications of GTAW.
- Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the GTAW process.
- Identify the safety requirements for GTAW.
- Describe types of GTAW power sources.
- Identify types of shielding gases used in GTAW.
- Describe flowmeters and gas regulators.
- Identify types of GTAW electrodes.
- Assemble GTAW equipment.
- Describe joint preparation for GTAW.
- Identify weld defects common to GTAW.
- Strike an arc using both the touch start and the high frequency methods.
- Weld stringer beads in the flat position on aluminium sheet.
- Perform fillet welds in various positions on lap and tee joints as determined by the Instructor.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of WELD 0115 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 33239
Dates
Sun Oct 20 - Sun Nov 24
- 5 weeks
- CRN 33239
- Domestic fees $804.50
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20 - Nov 24 | Sun | 08:30 - 15:00 | Burnaby NE08 |
Instructor
Jared Watts
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No final grade is recorded in this course, and no statement of attendance or completion is issued. Steel toed boots and 100% cotton coveralls, fire retardant coveralls or others recommended for welding are acceptable. 100% cotton coveralls can be purchased from the Burnaby BCIT Bookstore. No class on November 10.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.