Faculty Syllabus

Course Description
WLDG 1434: Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. An introduction to the principles of
gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/ use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and
equipment. Welding instruction in various positions and joint designs. Course Fee: $50.00;
Course Type: W
Additional course requirement: OSHA 10.

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.

PROJECT LIST

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion

STEEL

Surfacing
1. Flat .................................................................................................................................. 2%
2. Horizontal ....................................................................................................................... 4%
3. Vertical - up .................................................................................................................... 6%
4. Overhead ......................................................................................................................... 8%
Lap Joints
5. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................ 10%
6. Horizontal (2F).............................................................................................................. 12%
7. Vertical – up (3F) .......................................................................................................... 14%
8. Overhead (4F) ............................................................................................................... 16%
Tee-Joints

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9. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................18%
10. Horizontal (2F)..............................................................................................................20%
11. Vertical – up (3F)..........................................................................................................22%
12. Overhead (4F)...............................................................................................................24%
Square-Groove Butt Joints
13. Flat (1G)........................................................................................................................26%
14. Horizontal (2G).............................................................................................................28%
15. Vertical – up (3G).........................................................................................................30%
16. Overhead (4G) ..............................................................................................................32%

ALUMINUM

Surfacing
17. Flat ................................................................................................................................34%
18. Horizontal .....................................................................................................................36%
19. Vertical - up ..................................................................................................................38%
20. Overhead.......................................................................................................................40%
Lap Joints
21. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................50%
22. Horizontal (2F)..............................................................................................................52%
23. Vertical – up (3F)..........................................................................................................54%
24. Overhead (4F)...............................................................................................................56%
Tee-Joints
25. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................58%
26. Horizontal (2F).................................................................................... Grade of "D"—60%
27. Vertical – up (3F)..........................................................................................................62%
28. Overhead (4F)...............................................................................................................64%
Square-Groove Butt Joints
29. Flat (1G)........................................................................................................................66%
30. Horizontal (2G).............................................................................................................68%
31. Vertical – up (3G)............................................................................. Grade of “C”— 70%
32. Overhead (4G) ..............................................................................................................72%

STAINLESS STEEL

Surfacing
33. Flat ................................................................................................................................74%

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34. Horizontal .....................................................................................................................75%
35. Vertical - up ..................................................................................................................76%
36. Overhead.............................................................................................Grade of "B"— 77%
Lap Joints
37. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................78%
38. Horizontal (2F)..............................................................................................................79%
39. Vertical – up (3F)..........................................................................................................80%
40. Overhead (4F)...............................................................................................................82%
Tee-Joints
41. Flat (1F) ........................................................................................................................84%
42. Horizontal (2F)..............................................................................................................86%
43. Vertical – up (3F)..........................................................................................................88%
44. Overhead (4F)...............................................................................................................90%
Square-Groove Butt Joints
45. Flat (1G)........................................................................................................................92%
46. Horizontal (2G).............................................................................................................94%
47. Vertical – up (3G).........................................................................................................96%
48. Overhead (4G) .................... All assignments must be completed for grade of “A”—100%

CALCULATION OF FINAL GRADE
Projects..............................................Percent Completed_________% x 60% = _________Points
Exams/ OSHA 10/ Assignments.......Average of Grades_________% x 40% = _________Points
Total Points_______ Final Course Grade________

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Withdrawal for Excessive Absences

WARNING—READ CAREFULLY! If you accumulate unexcused absences exceeding 10% of
the total eighty clock-hours required for this course by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board, you will be dropped from class. You will receive the grade of W. If the final semester
withdrawal date has passed, you will receive the grade of F.
Your absences will be recorded on the last page of your Projects List presented at the back of
this syllabus. It is your responsibility—not your instructor’s—to keep track of your absences.
Excessive absences result in (1) your failure to progress towards the objectives of the course, (2)
unfair demands on your instructor's time by taking him/her away from responsible students in
order to catch you up on missed assignments, and most important (3) you become an increased
safety risk due to your diminished familiarity with hazardous equipment and safety protocols.
If it becomes necessary for you to withdraw yourself from this course, consult the calendar in the
current Course Schedule for the last day to withdraw and still receive the grade of W
(approximately two weeks before the end of the semester). It is not your instructor's
responsibility to remind you of this date. If you are failing and do not withdraw in time, you will
be locked in with no way to avoid the final course grade of F.
Fall or Spring classes which meet two times per week:
First Absence _________________________________
Second Absence ______________________________
Third and Final Absence ______________________
Fall or Spring classes which meet one time per week:
First Absence _________________________________
Second and Final Absence _____________________
Summer classes which meet two times per week:
First Absence _________________________________
Second and Final Absence _____________________

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WLDG 1434: Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Welding Technology Department Office: (512) 223-6443
Austin Community College Austin, Texas 78741
Round Rock, Texas 78665

SAFETY AGREEMENT

By signing my name below, I am attesting that my instructor has made me aware that welding is
dangerous if I ignore applicable safety regulations and laboratory policies. I understand that I
will acquire the knowledge of these regulations and policies by (1) reading the course syllabus
attached to Safety Agreement, (2) reading the applicable chapters on safety in my textbook (if
applicable), (3) observing all safety and warning signs posted in the laboratories and classroom,
and (4) attending in-class safety demonstrations on equipment and shop practices given by my
instructor throughout the course. I understand that it is my responsibility to attend class
regularly, be alert to my surroundings, and remain constantly vigilant to the risks of working in
an industrial environment. I understand that “safe practice” is the discretionary interpretation of
my instructor, and that if I fail to adhere to these requirements—including the attendance policy
outlined in the syllabus—I will be considered a safety risk to myself and others and I may be
withdrawn or possibly fail the course.
By signing this form, I also attest that I will acquire all required tools and supplies as listed
within the course syllabus.
Finally, I agree that I will consult the college’s web page
(https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus?ref=audiencemenu) for current information regarding
COVID19 related policies and procedures.
Student Student
(print name) ______________________________ Signature _________________________________
Student Phone ____________________________ Student Email ______________________________
Instructor ________________________________ Semester/ Year _____________________________
Emergency
Contact Person ___________________________ Emergency Phone __________________________

Course Learning Outcomes
Describe various joint designs; describe safety rules and equipment; and describe the effects of
welding parameters in GTAW; weld various structural materials.
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.