Dec 30, 2024  
Catalog 2024-2025 
    
Catalog 2024-2025

WLD 159 Ornamental Iron Work


Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 2

Introduces the design and creation of metal sculpture and decorative structures through welded fabrication.

Repeatable: 6


Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Perform basic flat and horizontal welds on mild steel shapes and plates, using the Gas Metal Arc Welding (G.M.A.W.) process.

2. Use metal forming and cutting equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

3. Use metal grinding, sanding, and polishing equipment in a safe and correct manner.

4. Design and complete personal projects in ornamental iron

Content Outline

  • G.M.A.W. Process and equipment
  • Safety
  • Metal forming
  • Grinding, finishing, polishing