WELD 2680 - Welding Metallurgy

This course helps students develop an understanding of basic metallurgical principles as they apply to fusion welding to improve the quality of workmanship in the field of welding. Welding Metallurgy covers process, physical and mechanical properties, metal identification, carbon equivalency, selection of filler metal based on the parent metal, heat input (Joules), and the effects of heat on the weld zone (HAZ) along with the properties of heat treatment and stress relieving applications within the welding field.

Credits: 2

Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week