This focused digital short course delivers fundamental knowledge of welding principles and techniques through practical, industry-relevant content. The course explores how metals are joined through heat and/or pressure, covering essential methods from fusion welding processes that use heat to melt metal interfaces, to pressure welding techniques. Content examines core principles behind arc welding, oxyfuel welding, and other key processes used across manufacturing and fabrication applications. Clear technical visuals, narrated process animations, and interactive quizzes reinforce key concepts.
Who Should Enroll:
This is an ideal first short course for anyone who needs a working understanding of basic welding principles and techniques. It has been designed for those with no previous welding training, such as:
- Technical, laboratory, and sales personnel
- Engineers from other disciplines
- Management and administrative staff
- Non-technical support staff such as purchasing and receiving agents
Course Learning Objectives:
- Define the term: welding
- Describe the basic principles of:
- Arc welding
- Electroslag welding
- Oxyfuel gas welding
- Resistance welding processes
Continuing Education Units: PDH 2.0/CEU 0.2