ORIE 0100 - New Student Orientation

1 sem. hr.  (1-0-0)   3201015212

An introduction to college living:  college life and the role of the school are considered and discussed in terms of their academic, social, and future import.  Lectures are delivered on such useful topics as library usage, effective studying, note-taking, term paper preparation, and student objectives.  Required of all freshmen.  One lecture hour per week.  Students transferring to SWTJC with 12 or more semester hours do not have to fulfill ORIE 0100 requirement

DFTG 1325 – Blueprint Reading and Sketching 3 sem. hrs.  (2-3-0)

An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades.  Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings.  Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.  Co-requisite:  THEA Math (MATH 0302 level).  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24

WLDG 1258 - Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 2 sem. hrs.  (1-3-0)

A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds.  Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions.  One lecture and three laboratory hours per week.  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24, Uniform Fee - $25 

 WLDG 1317 - Introduction to Layout and Fabrication  3 sem. hrs.  (2-3-0)

A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry.  Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction.  Two lecture and three laboratory hours per week.  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24

 WLDG 1425 - Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting  4 sem. hrs.  (3-6-0)

An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, and cutting equipment and supplies.  Three lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  Co-requisite:  THEA Math (MATH 0302 level).  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24, Uniform Fee - $25

 WLDG 1453 - Intermediate Layout and Fabrication 4 sem. hrs.  (2-6-0)

A continuation of the introductory Layout and Fabrication course which covers design and production of shop layout and fabrication.  Emphasis is placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  Prerequisite:  WLDG 1317. Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24 

WLDG 1528 -Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)  5 sem. hrs.  (3-6-0)

An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process.  Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs.  Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions.  Three lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  Co-requisite:  THEA Math (MATH 0302 level).  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee - $24

 WLDG 2453 - Advanced Pipe Welding 4 sem. hrs.  (2-4-0)

Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process.  Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices.  Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes.  Two lecture and four laboratory hours per week.  Prerequisite:  WLDG 1525.  Lab Fee - $24, Supply Fee -$24