WELD 3320 Welding Automation Basics

Introduction to robotic welding systems, programming, and maintenance of automated cells.

Course overview

WELD 3320 Welding Automation Basics introduces the fundamentals of robotic welding. You will learn how automated cells work, how to program them, and how to keep them running smoothly in a production environment. The course covers the safety protocols specific to robotics and the daily maintenance tasks that prevent downtime.

Who takes this course

This is an elective course in the Welding & Fabrication Technician program. It is also open to students in other Electrical & Mechanical Trades programs who want to add automation skills to their toolkit.

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

• WELD 1100 Welding Processes I

Learning outcomes

• Identify the components of industrial robotic welding cells and safety interlocks.
• Program basic weld paths and parameters using a teach pendant.
• Perform routine maintenance on wire feeders and contact tips.
• Troubleshoot common arc start and transfer faults.

Evaluation