Welding

Instructor:  Raymond Rigsby
Auto-Diesel Welding Diploma--Nashville Auto Diesel College
Weld-Ed Phase II Cutting and Joining Processes--Chattanooga State Community College
Owner/Operator of Welding business for over 30 years

The welding program provides students with the basic and advanced techniques of the welding procedures and processes common in industry. Specific operations such as grinding, flame cutting, metal preparation and the use of tools and equipment related to welding are included. Instruction in related math, blueprint reading, physical properties of metal, effects of heat shrinkage, basic joint designs, structural shapes, material design, layout and fabrication is included. Basic electric arc, advanced electric arc, oxyacetylene cutting and welding, MIG, and TIG welding practices are taught using stainless steel, aluminum and other metals. Practical work experience prepares students in the safe use of welding equipment while emphasizing the four basic positions of welding: flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.

Welders may work indoors in metal-working shops or outdoors at construction sites. Industries that hire welders include heavy construction companies, metal fabricating plants, steel mills, auto assembly plants, auto repair shops, ornamental iron shops, barges and shipyards. Certified welders, especially those certified in more than one process, will have good employment opportunities.

Enrollment and Class Schedule

Persons may apply any time.  Classes are held from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday subject to change as required.

SUBJECTS TAKEN

• Shop Orientation and Safety


• Cutting Processes


• Shielded Metal Arc Welding


• Welding Theory


• Blueprint Theory


• Gas Metal Arc Welding


• Oxy-Acetylene Welding

 Award

Combination Welder         1296 hours/Diploma

Highest Award:  Diploma

Program Length:  12 Months