AUTB 1040 - Auto Collision Repair Welding

3.0 Credits

Students learn techniques of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding for automotive applications. Students study and practice the theory and use of metal inert gas (MIG) welding, the plasma-cutting torch, and resistance welding in the repair of high-strength steel structural and nonstructural body components. In addition, this course provides practice in advanced automotive welding skills, including various types of position welds.

Lecture Hours: 2.0
Lab Hours: 3.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives
1. Explain and demonstrate all applicable personal and shop safety issues.

2. Demonstrate the ability to set up oxyacetylene equipment, demonstrate types of flames.

3. Demonstrate the ability to run a bead with and without filler rod.

4. Describe the different brazing processes, and identify where each can be used.

5. Demonstrate the ability to cut sheet metal using oxyacetylene equipment.

6. Demonstrate the ability to set up and use a plasma arc cutter.

7. Describe heat-joining methods.

8. Demonstrate the ability to properly set up a MIG welder for automotive sheet metal.

9. Use the tools and instructions provided to run a test weld, and tune the welder for the welds being made.

10. Clean, assemble, and complete a butt joint with backing in various welding positions.

11. Complete a fillet weld lap joint for visual inspection and destructive testing.

12. Complete a plug weld for visual inspection and destructive testing.

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