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2015-2016 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM
The course numbering system is alpha-numeric, consisting of four letters and three numbers. The letters indicate the subject area of the course. Developmental courses have a zero as the initial digit. Freshman level courses carry numbers between 100 and 199. Sophomore courses are numbered 200 to 299. Junior and senior level courses carry numbers between 300 and 499.
Speaking and Writing Reading Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog.
Listing for Special Instruction Courses. Vincennes University offers instruction tailored to the needs of special populations. The instruction is individualized to the particular needs of the business or industry, with emphasis that the content be college level. The following courses are established to permit flexibility within established credit hour designations.
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Theatre |
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THEA 146 - Fundamentals of Acting
3 hrs (Sem I)
A course designed to introduce students to all aspects of acting: movement, voice, improvisation, characterization, and scene study. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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THEA 147 - Stage Combat
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to introduce theatre students to the use of fight choreography with weapons and their safe use for stage and screen. Students will be introduced to foil, saber, rapier techniques and period styles of fencing. May be offered in alternate years. 3 class hours.
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THEA 203 - Stagecraft
3 hrs (Sem I)
A course designed to provide students with theory and practical experience in technical theatre activities. Units of study include the scene shop, building materials and hardware, two-dimensional and three-dimensional scenery, stage equipment, synthesizing scenery, rigging scenery, lighting, sound, special problems, and backstage organization and management. Lab hours are adapted to major, major option, and skill level. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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THEA 205 - Theatre Practicum: Directing/Playwriting
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to provide beginning study in either directing for the stage or playwriting. Those involved in directing will study directing theory with practical experience in the directing of selected scenes for the stage. Those studying playwriting will study character and dialogue development and basic scene elements. This study culminates in the writing of a one-act play. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in THEA 146 and THEA 203 .
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THEA 206 - Theatre Practicum: Costuming
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to give students intensive study in an area of costuming that strongly interests the students. Students will complete projects in one or more of the following areas: costume design, costume construction, costume history, or costume theory. All participants should expect to spend fifty hours in practicum activities beyond class time. 3 class hours.
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THEA 207 - Theatre Practicum: Technical Design
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course encourages students to participate in a faculty directed study of the technical elements of theatre. This study would exceed the department’s other technical theatre curriculum offerings. The practicum will include scene design, lighting design, and make-up design. While the topic of study will dictate the student projects, all participants should expect to spend fifty hours in practicum activity beyond class time. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in THEA 125 and THEA 203 .
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THEA 210 - Introduction to Theatre Design
3 hrs (Sem II)
Introduction to the basic design principles and techniques used for live theatrical productions. This course will include Lighting, Sound, and Video Projection design with emphasis on design process, script analysis, collaboration, management, and execution. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in THEA 203 .
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THEA 215 - Stage Movement
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to help the student with stage presence. The student will gain heightened body awareness; learn to move through space with ease and comfort; and gain more control of flexibility, agility and self-expression. 3 class hours.
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THEA 225 - Theatrical Costume Construction I
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to teach the techniques of costume construction for the performance media. Units will include fundamentals of costume design, organization of the costume shop, measurements, pattern and fabric selection, special sewing problems, cutting techniques, theatrical sewing techniques, and costume plotting. 3 class hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
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THEA 226 - Theatrical Costume Construction II
3 hrs (Sem I)
This is a continuation of THEA 225 designed to teach the techniques of costume construction for the performance media. Units will include design techniques and concepts, budgeting and buying, sources of supplies, fitting, pattern alteration, draping, decoration, and selection of costume accessories. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in THEA 225 .
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THEA 245 - Theatre History I
3 hrs (Sem I)
A survey course emphasizing the historical development of the theatre from the Greek Period to the Romantic Period and introducing the basic aspects of technical theatre. 3 class hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 and ENGL 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and SAT Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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THEA 246 - Acting II
3 hrs (Sem I)
A continuation of the study of acting techniques with major emphasis on character analysis and development. 3 class hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in THEA 146 .
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THEA 250 - Theatre History II
3 hrs (Sem II)
A survey course emphasizing the historical development of performance and technical theatre from the Romantic Period to the present day. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 and ENGL 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and SAT Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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Tractor-Trailer Driver Training |
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TTDT 100 - Basic Commercial Motor Vehicle Operation
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches information contained in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Manual, and the Tractor-Trailer Driver Manual. Students are prepared for Commercial Driver License learner’s permit testing in areas of safe driving, handling of hazardous materials and combination vehicle characteristics. Students will become familiar with log keeping, map reading, and federal requirements concerning accident scene safety and reporting procedures. Also included is the National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course for Professional Truck Drivers. This course may be taken in conjunction with the Tractor-Trailer Driver Training course or separately. Meets 40 practicum hours.
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TTDT 110 - Basic Motor Coach Preparation
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Commercial Driver License (CDL) manual. Students are prepared for the CDL learner’s permit written test in the general knowledge areas of safe driving, passenger vehicle characteristics and air brake systems. Also covered are hours of service regulations, pre-trip inspection procedures, and the National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course. Meets 40 practicum hours.
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TTDT 125 - Preventive Maintenance
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course utilizes information contained in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Manual, and the Tractor-Trailer Driver Manual to acquaint the student with the various systems peculiar to tractor-trailer operation. Students will be instructed regarding operation and maintenance of air braking systems, drive train components and coupling systems and will be trained to perform proper vehicle inspections according to CDL requirements. This course may be taken in conjunction with the Tractor-Trailer Driver Training course or separately. Meets 40 practicum hours.
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TTDT 150 - Tractor-Trailer Basic Control Skills
5 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course is largely hands on training, utilizing information taught in TTDT 100 and TTDT 125 . Students will learn coupling/uncoupling procedures and will become proficient in all backing skills required for Commercial Driver License (CDL) skill testing. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 80 practicum hours.
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TTDT 151 - Basic Control Skills
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches basic off highway skills needed for the safe operation of Class “A” commercial vehicles. Skills taught are: coupling/uncoupling; straight line backing; alley docking; parallel parking; and, backward serpentine or off-set backing in preparation for the federally mandated CDL skills examination. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 45 practicum hours.
Corequisite(s): TTDT 100 and TTDT 125 .
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TTDT 175 - Tractor-Trailer Road Driving
5 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course focuses on safe and proper handling of tractor-trailers on public highways and city streets. Students will be exposed to a variety of driving experiences, including coupling/uncoupling, loading/unloading, driving on two-lane roads as well as expressways, rush hour traffic, hilly and curvy terrain, and night driving. Students can expect to spend a minimum of 30 hours behind the wheel (approximately 1000 miles), will conduct daily vehicle inspections, maintain a daily logbook and participate in map reading exercises. Students will complete the course by taking a road test conforming to CDL guidelines and will be tested by a CDL examiner as required by state regulations to receive a Commercial Drivers License. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 80 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 100 , TTDT 125 , and TTDT 150 with minimum scores of 80 percent on a Class A CDL permit.
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TTDT 176 - Road Driving
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches basic road driving skills necessary for the safe operation of Class “A” commercial vehicles. Students will drive at least 20 hours on city streets and local interstate highways or expressways and will include multiple terrains and weather conditions as available in preparation for the federally mandated CDL skills examination. Course may be taken in conjunction with current TTDT 100 and TTDT 125 courses or following satisfactory completion of same. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 45 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 150 or TTDT 151 and possession of a valid operator’s license and a Class “A” CDL learner’s permit.
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TTDT 180 - Tractor-Trailer Externship
10 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
Upon successful completion of TTDT 175 and possession of a Class “A” CDL, the student will be placed with an approved motor carrier in an entry level driver position for a minimum of three weeks as a method of refining driving, backing and vehicle inspection skills. Student will complete a company orientation program of the carrier’s choice; will log a minimum of 100 supervised driving hours while hauling loads relative to the carrier’s business and conduct routine vehicle inspections and backing exercises on a daily basis. Upon completion of this externship, the student will return to a Vincennes University CDL training site for a two-hour re-evaluation of skills relative to inspection and basic operation of the Class “A” commercial vehicle. Upon successful completion of the re-evaluation and receipt of all required documentation, student will be awarded a certificate of completion from the Tractor-Trailer Driver Training program. Course meets a minimum of 150 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 175 and the CDL skills test. Also must obtain a class “A” CDL.
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TTDT 184 - Motor Coach Operation Class A-P
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches basic control skills required for the safe operation of a commercial motor coach. Students will learn pre-trip inspection procedures, backing skills, and highway-driving skills utilizing information learned in TTDT 100 and TTDT 125 . Students can expect to receive approximately 20 hours behind the wheel instruction. Students must possess a current DOT physical examination and submit to a federally mandated drug screen. Students will complete the course by submitting to a road test confirming to CDL guidelines and will be tested by a CDL examiner as required by state regulations to receive a “P” endorsement on their Class “A” CDL. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 45 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 100 , TTDT 125 , TTDT 150 and TTDT 175 ; and possession of a valid operator’s license or a current Class “A” CDL and a Class “A-P” CDL learner’s permit.
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TTDT 185 - Motor Coach Operation Class B-P
3 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
This course teaches basic control skills required for the safe operation of a commercial motor coach. Students will learn pre-trip inspection procedures, backing skills, and highway-driving skills utilizing information learned in TTDT 110 . Students can expect to receive approximately 20 hours behind the wheel instruction. Students must submit to and pass a DOT physical examination and federally mandated drug screen, the cost of which is included in the driving fee. Students will complete the course by submitting to a road test conforming to CDL guidelines and will be tested by a CDL examiner as required by state regulations to receive a Commercial Driver License. A driving fee will be charged. Meets 44 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 110 ; and possession of a valid operator’s license and a Class “B-P” CDL learner’s permit.
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TTDT 205 - Tractor-Trailer Operation I
4 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to prepare students to pass state licensing written tests needed to obtain a Commercial Driver License learner’s permit. During labs, students will become proficient in coupling and uncoupling, proper inspection procedures, and six basic control exercises peculiar to tractor-trailer operation. Students will also be required to submit to and pass a DOT physical examination and drug screen sometime during the semester, the cost of which is included in the lab fee. 3 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
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TTDT 210 - Tractor-Trailer Operation II
4 hrs (Sem II)
Class discussions concerning safe handling of various types of tractor-trailer rigs under a variety of conditions, accident prevention, highway courtesy, and the National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course for Professional Truck Drivers are covered. Students will become proficient in safe driving procedures while driving Class A vehicles on city streets as well as two- and four-lane highways. A driving fee will be charged. 3 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in TTDT 205 . This course builds on the skills developed in TTDT 205 .
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Welding Technology |
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WELD 101 - Oxy-Acetylene Welding
3 hrs (Sem I)
A basic class in the theory and application of Oxy-Acetylene welding and cutting, including the correct use and maintenance of oxy-acetylene equipment and accessories. Proper techniques of welding, cutting and brazing with emphasis of safe welding practice are covered extensively. Types of welds covered include stringer beads, tee lap and butt joints on light gage steel. These welds will be made in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions in the forehand technique. 1 lecture hour, 5 laboratory hours.
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WELD 102 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course involves the theory and application of the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. Process theory will include basic electricity, power sources, electrode selection and all aspects pertaining to equipment operation and maintenance. Laboratory welds will be performed in basic weld joints with a variety of electrodes in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Emphasis will be placed on developing the basic skills necessary to comply with AWS industry standards. 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.
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WELD 103 - Gas Metal Arc Welding
3 hrs (Sem I)
A course designed to cover the operation of Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) equipment. This will include all settings, adjustments and maintenance needed to weld with a wire feed system. Instruction on both short-arc and spray-arc transfer methods will be covered. Tee, lap and open groove joints will be done in all positions with solid, fluxcore and aluminum wire. Test plates will be made for progress evaluation. 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.
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WELD 104 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
3 hrs (Sem II)
The theory and practical application of the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process. Topics to be addressed will be shielding gas, electrode, current and polarity selection including all settings necessary to perform the GTAW process on steel, stainless, aluminum and the root penetration on steel pipe. All lab assignments will be evaluated to AWS industry standards. 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 101 .
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WELD 105 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
3 hrs (Sem II)
This is an advanced course in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process which students will devote time to developing skills in all out of position welds on plate and pipe. Correct welding techniques and joint preparation for complete joint penetration necessary to pass pre-employment weld tests will be covered. The theory and application of AWS welding symbols to blueprints and lab assignments will be emphasized. All lab assignments will be evaluated according to AWS D1.1 standards. 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 102 .
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WELD 106 - Welding Certification Review
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course focuses on preparing the student to take welding certification tests, which will be required by most fabrication shops and manufacturers. The student will be instructed in the preparation of test coupons used in certifications in accordance with the American Welding Society D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code. A review of 6010 and 7018 filler metals used in a majority of SMAW certifications will be extensively covered. 1 lecture hour, 5 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): WELD 104 and WELD 105 .
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WELD 107 - Industrial Blueprint Reading for Welding
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to develop students’ ability to interpret needed information contained on industrial welding blueprints. An overview of reading the blueprint as well as its views, dimensions, tolerances and finishing marks will be stressed. Assembly and detailed drawings will be examined on an advanced level. Geometric symbols will be covered in detail. 2 lecture hours.
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WELD 160 - General Welding
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Conventional techniques in Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, and Plasma Arc Cutting will be covered. Extensive practice will be given for the successful completion of the various required welds. 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours.
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WELD 165 - Advanced General Welding
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Conventional techniques in Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gus Tungsten Arc Welding, and Plasma Arc Cutting will be covered. Extensive practice will be given for the successful completion of the various required welds in the Vertical and Overhead positions. Emphasis will be placed on safety, equipment set-up, and proper welding procedures. 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): One year of high school welding or WELD 160 is recommended.
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WELD 166 - Welding Technology Fundamentals
1 hr (Summer)
A basic welding course in the theory and application of the Shielded Metal Arc and Gas Metal Arc welding processes. Proper welding technique, electrode selection and arc transfer types as applied to a variety of weld joints will be covered. The student will be instructed on machine settings and process set-up for welding applications. Laboratory welds will be performed with a variety of electrodes on multi-pass welds with emphasis on proper technique. 24 lecture/laboratory hours.
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WELD 167 - Advanced Process Welding
1 hr (Summer)
This course involves the theory and application of the Shielded Metal Arc, Gas Metal Arc and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding processes. The course will include instruction on state-of-the-art inverter technology with advanced processes modes including: pulse, pulse-on-pulse and synergic welding applications. Laboratory welds will be performed on basic weld joints with a variety of electrodes in all positions. 24 lecture/laboratory hours.
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WELD 185 - Automotive Welding
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
A course designed to introduce students to welding practices commonly performed within and automotive repair environment. Course coverage will include: overview, setup, usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting associated with MIG and TIG welding, plasma cutting, oxy-acetylene heating and cutting, personal protection equipment, safety, destructive testing, MIG welding plug welds on 18 gauge or thinner mild steel, as well as a basic overview of the different types of metals commonly used in the construction of automobiles. 4 laboratory hours.
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WELD 212 - Welding Inspection
5 hrs (Sem I)
Analysis and exploration of solutions to weld defects in the SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) arc welding processes will be covered extensively. Visual inspection and application of destructive weld testing procedures performed in the laboratory to qualify welders according to AWS (American Welding Society) D1.1, D1.3. This course contains much of the information necessary to complete the AWS certified welding inspectors test. 3 lecture hours, 17 laboratory hours (eight-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 106 .
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WELD 215 - Weld Fabrication I
5 hrs (Sem I)
A structural steel fabrication class, dealing with welding process selection, joint design, cost analysis and design of welded products. Students will engage various construction projects including fabricate piping systems. Concurrently, students will gain experience in automatic shape cutting, press brake operation, layout, measurement and improvement of welded assemblies. Customer repairs with cost analysis will also be covered. 3 lecture hours, 17 laboratory hours (eight-week course).
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 106 .
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WELD 222 - Welding Automation
4 hrs (Sem II)
This course will introduce students to the use of robotics performing gas metal arc welding applications. The student will learn: robot safety, basic robotic systems, peripheral equipment, home positioning, TCP, edit of weld points, linear and circular welds, altering weld parameters, and fault recovery. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 103 .
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WELD 225 - Weld Fabrication II
5 hrs (Sem II)
A pipe steel fabrication class, dealing with welding process selection, joint design, cost analysis and design of piping systems. Students will engage various construction projects including fabrication of piping systems. Concurrently, students will gain experience in pipe welding, pipe joint layout, template design and interpretation of pipe layout drawings. 2 lecture hours, 8 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in WELD 215 .
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