Faculty Syllabus

WLDG-2453 Advanced Pipe Welding - ASME Section IX

David Schenk


Credit Spring 2026

Section(s)

WLDG-2453-004 (19186)
LEC MW 7:25pm - 8:45pm RRC RRC5 5131.00

LAB MW 8:45pm - 10:00pm RRC RRC5 5131.00

Course Requirements

Students take this course typically to satisfy one of the following objectives:

  • You are pursuing a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding
  • Technology at Austin Community College, and this course is one of your curriculum requirements.
  • You have been employed previously in the field of welding technology but not as a pipe welder, and you need to obtain pipe welding skills.
  • You are an API 1104 pipe welder, but you need to supplement your skills by learning to  weld in accordance with ASME BPV Section IX.

Readings

Required Texts/ Materials

Jeffus, Larry, Welding: Principles and Applications, Delmar Publishers, Inc., current edition.

This excellent textbook provides a great deal of specific instruction and reference mate­rial on theory and applied welding skills.  It can be purchased at the campus book­store.

Required Supplies:  There are a number of required tools for this course.  Please see the supply list in this syllabus.

Course Subjects

WLDG 2453: Advanced Pipe Welding—ASME Section IX. Comprehensive course on the
welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Positions of welds will
be 1G, 2G, 5G and 6G using various electrodes in accordance with the American Society of
Mechanical Engineers Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX. Topics covered include
electrode selection, equipment setup and safe shop practices. This is the Capstone Experience
course for the Pipe Welding Certificate. Course Fee: $50.00; Course Type: W

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

Course Learning Outcomes

Describe equipment and required pipe preparation and perform welds using various positions and electrodes.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate welding skills sufficient to meet industry certified welder standards.
  • Interpret codes and safety standards that pertain to the welding industry.
  • Use proper hand, measuring, and layout tools, to fabricate welded projects or certification coupons.
  • Demonstrate work attributes and ethics that contribute to personal success and towards employment goals.

Office Hours

T Th 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM RVS

NOTE

Office Hours

T Th 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM RVS

NOTE

Published: 01/27/2026 09:33:00