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WELD 21 - Hand and Shop Tools

  • WELD majors only

Instruction in the care and use of hand and power tools. Safe operation of metal shears, abrasive cutters, sanders, grinders, and hydraulic benders.

Contact: 1 hour lecture; 3 hours lab per week

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of WELD 21, the student will be able to:

  • Select and use the proper safety clothing and equipment
  • Use various hand and measuring tools with proficiency
  • Operate and maintain the drill press, band saw, abrasive sander, abrasive grinder, metal shears, hydraulic press, plasma cutter, and ironworker shearing machine