WD4. 253 Basic Electricity & Fluid Power For Welders

Required course for 2nd Year Welding Technology majors that provides basic and important-to-know introductory-level electrical and fluid power fundamentals as applicable to the welding trade. Includes nomenclature, terminology, basics of electricity, 12-volt trailer wiring, hydraulic components and systems, mobile hydraulics, and pneumatics.

Credits

3

Offered

Offered Winter only

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Name basic electrical components and basic components of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Demonstrate understanding of basic electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Demonstrate understanding of inherent potential dangers of welding on hydraulic or pneumatic components or systems. Layout simple electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits. Read basic drawing of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Perform basic tests on electrical circuits, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Use the positive (assured) grounding system.