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Events in May 2023

  • Intro To Welding

    Intro To Welding

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    May 22, 2023

    A person welding

    Dates: May 22- July 24 (No class on Memorial Day nor the week of the 4th)
    Exact Dates:  May 22nd, 24th, 31st, June 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st, 26th, 28th, July 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, & 24th
    Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.
    Section #: 68880
    Room #: C-102 (Main Campus located at 1001 Burkemont Ave., Morganton)
    Capacity: 10
    Cost: $180

    Description: This class will be an introduction to basic welding processes. Topics of discussion will include Safety in Welding, Welding types, and an overview of the welding industry as a whole. Students will be given time to practice some welding techniques and get a feel for the welding trade. The students will be working with mild steel mostly focusing on stick welding and gas welding. After the class is finished Students should be able to identify and set up Oxy-Fuel & Arc Welding Equipment and perform basic welding, brazing, and soldering applications.

    No workbook is required but an optional one will be available if interested. No PPE is required

    Register Here!

    Western Piedmont Community College
    1001 Burkemont Ave
    Morganton , NC 28655
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