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Course Description: Through lecture/discussion, demonstration and lab time, students will be able to gain knowledge and experience to be able to maintain their motorcycle or ATV themselves. Students are encouraged to bring their own projects to class after the first week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: A study of the basic concepts and ideas relevant to the fields of anthropology, which is a holistic approach to the study of humankind and human variation. The course surveys the two major subfields of anthropology: physical anthropology (human evolution and human variation) and cultural anthropology (archaeology, linguistics, and ethnology). Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: S1 900N
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: A study of the basic concepts and ideas relevant to the fields of anthropology, which is a holistic approach to the study of humankind and human variation. The course surveys the two major subfields of anthropology: physical anthropology (human evolution and human variation) and cultural anthropology (archaeology, linguistics, and ethnology). Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: S1 900N
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: This course is designed to serve as ground training for the private pilot license. Topics will range from aerodynamics, aircraft systems, airport systems, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather and cross-country flight planning. Students must pass the Stage One and Stage Two knowledge tests with a minimum of 80%. Four hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Designed to provide a basic understanding of the composition, properties, and uses of common construction materials. Includes OSHA information and regulations. Two hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: BCT 101 and 102

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Course Description: An introductory course of study of the basic principles and dynamics of ecosystems. The effects of human resource use are highlighted. This course includes an investigation of pollution, population, and natural resource issues. Completion of an environmental project is required. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: L1 905
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: An introductory course of study of biological science. This course includes an investigation of the basic principles of the study of life including: molecular biology, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Not recommended for students intending to major in biology. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: L1 900, CLS 901
Prerequisite: None

* This is a second 8 week course

Course Description: A continuation of CAD 151. Step-by-step instruction in the more advanced capabilities of computer-aided drafting. Students produce detailed working drawings during hands-on microcomputer learning experiences. Students further their CAD abilities by establishing CAD drawing fields, scaling a CAD drawing field to real world objects, dimensioning object views, and preparing three-dimensional drawing models in wireframe, surface, and solid forms. Two hours lecture/discussion and two hours lab a week. May be repeated three times.
Prerequisite:CAD 151

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Course Description: This course includes an in-depth study of the international graphic language of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for drawings that come from, or go to, other countries. The conventions discussed in this class apply to how machine drawingsarepreparedforinternationalunderstanding. Emphasis is placed on placement of datums and dimensions, recognizing and interpreting symbols and calculating tolerances and virtual conditions. One hour lecture/discussion and two hours lab a week. IAI: MTM 932
Prerequisite:CAD 111 or EGR 277

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Course Description: An introduction to the fundamentals of a current version of Microsoft Windows. Topics include running application software, accessing operating system features, and handling a multitasking environment. May be repeated three times. Co-offered as OS 105. Credit may not be received if prior credit earned in OS 105 unless topics have changed. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: A first course in the concepts and fundamental operation of a spreadsheet in a Windows environment. Topics include data entry techniques, formatting, formulas and functions, linking worksheets, graphing, and printing options. Co-offered as OS 133. Credit may not be received if prior credit earned in OS 133. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: This course will cover the welding of metal as it applies to the collision repair industry. Topics emphasized are safety, welder maintenance, welding, and cutting. One hour lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: CRT 102

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Course Description: Spray gun design, operation, and maintenance are covered in depth. Other topics covered in this course are: different types of primers and their uses and how to restore corrosion protection. One hour lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: CRT 102

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Course Description: The emphasis of this course is on the preparation steps and application of topcoats. The student will have extensive practice time to apply topcoats and learn how to make an acceptable match by tinting, blending, or a combination of techniques. Single stage and multistage coatings will be used. One hour lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: CRT 102

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Course Description: The repair of brakes, suspension systems, electrical wiring, electronics, and restraint systems will be discussed as they apply to the collision industry. Topics will include: standard and anti-lock brakes, suspension and alignment adjustments, wiring diagrams, and flow charts for electrical repairs. One hour lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: CRT 102

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Course Description: Designed to assist students in the selection of careers which fit each person_s interests, values, skills, and personal goals; and to assist in learning techniques necessary for finding employment in today_s market. Topics include self-awareness, decision making, occupational awareness, and job search strategies. Two hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Designed to help orient new students to college life and to increase their awareness of strategies for achieving success in college. Topics include a review of the services, programs, and procedures at Kishwaukee College; a section on career exploration and planning including computerized career information systems and the Kishwaukee Computerized Job System; and opportunities for students to gain a better understanding of themselves and their potential. These topics use various college resources such as the college catalog, Learning Skills Center, Learning Resources Center, counseling services, and interest testing. One hour lecture/ discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Builds on ENG 103 by continuing to build awareness of the writing process; to provide inventional, organizational, ad revision strategies; to stress a variety of uses for writing; and to emphasize critical skills in reading, thinking, and writing about literature. A research paper is a requirement for this course. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: C1 901R
Prerequisite: ENG 103 with a grade of "C" or higher

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* Students should complete the Kishwaukee Online Orientation.

Course Description: Builds on ENG 103 by continuing to build awareness of the writing process; to provide inventional, organizational, ad revision strategies; to stress a variety of uses for writing; and to emphasize critical skills in reading, thinking, and writing about literature. A research paper is a requirement for this course. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: C1 901R
Prerequisite: ENG 103 with a grade of "C" or higher

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* Students should complete the Kishwaukee Online Orientation.

Course Description: Designed for students who want to develop or improve the study skills essential for success in course work. Emphasizes time management, preparation for studying, textbook reading, listening, notetaking, underlining, and test-taking. Students will appraise their present study skills, improve them, and apply these skills in their courses. Two hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Designed for students who want to develop or improve the study skills essential for success in course work. Emphasizes time management, preparation for studying, textbook reading, listening, notetaking, underlining, and test-taking. Students will appraise their present study skills, improve them, and apply these skills in their courses. Two hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: A study of the social, economic, cultural, political, and constitutional development of the United States. This will include a study of America's European origins, Native American prehistory, the Colonial period, the Revolutionary War and Constitutional period, Jeffersonian Democracy, the War of 1812, the Age of Jackson, slavery, the War with Mexico, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. Attention will also be paid to various interpretations of United States history. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: H2 904, HST 911
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: An examination of the Plains Indian, Populism, the Progressive Movement, World War II and the 1920_s. An analysis of the Great Depression, the New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, the 1950_s and 1960_s, the Feminist Movement, Watergate, and the last two decades of the 20th Century. In-depth discussions will revolve around social, cultural, economic, and gender issues relevant to this time period. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: H2 905, HST 912
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Study of nutrients, their functions, sources, requirements, and use by the body. Also includes special nutritional needs during the life span, nutrition assessment, and aspects of dietary counseling appropriate to healthcare. One hour lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Study of nutrients, their functions, sources, requirements, and use by the body. Also includes special nutritional needs during the life span, nutrition assessment, and aspects of dietary counseling appropriate to healthcare. One hour lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: This course offers contemporary health concepts to use today and tomorrow as guidelines for self-directed responsible living. Emphasis is placed on relating health concepts for the individual's well being in personal, community, and leadership roles. Students will be exposed to the complex link between behavior and health, the social and cultural factors involved in health promotion and the prominent health issues as they related to life-cycle changes. Three hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: This course expands on concepts developed in HUM 119. Covers art, literature, and music from classical and contemporary periods for fields previously studied as well as extensions into other areas of the arts. Three hours lecture/ discussion a week. IAI: HF 901
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Study of properties and operations of number systems, polynomials and factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, roots and radicals, first and second degree equations, inequalities, functions and relations, systems of equations and inequalities, exponential and logarithmic functions. Not transferrable. Four hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite:MAT 096 with a grade of "C" or higher

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* Second 8 Week Course

Course Description: Designed for students interested in working in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and hospitals. This eight-week course includes 135 hours of instruction, 95 hours of theory and laboratory, and 40 hours clinical experience. Approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Course credit is not applicable toward Kishwaukee College degree or certificate program requirements. Five hours lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week. Contact nursing department for information.
*Prerequisite:Appropriate placement test score

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* Student is responsible for course tuition as well as required books, supplies, uniform, criminal background check, nurse aide competency test and the cost of any required immunizations. The total estimate of these items is $715. Saturdays times may vary

Course Description: Designed for students interested in working in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and hospitals. This eight-week course includes 135 hours of instruction, 95 hours of theory and laboratory, and 40 hours clinical experience. Approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Course credit is not applicable toward Kishwaukee College degree or certificate program requirements. Five hours lecture/discussion and four hours lab a week. Contact nursing department for information.
*Prerequisite:Appropriate placement test score

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* Student is responsible for course tuition as well as required books, supplies, uniform, criminal background check, nurse aide competency test and the cost of any required immunizations. The total estimate of these items is $715. Will meet varied times 3/29, 4/12, 5/3 and 5/10/08.

Course Description: Designed for students interested in working in nursing homes, other long-term health care facilities, or hospital settings and who must validate selected performance skills due to a 2430 month lapse in CNA employment. Through this eight-hour testing program, students will be reevaluated in clinical settings with hands-on-skills. May be repeated once. Graded as Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: TB skin test, completion of IDPH approved BNA program

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Course Description: Using concepts introduced in NUR 170, this course incorporates comprehensive nursing care and integration of the nursing process for metabolic, gastrointestinal, endocrine, musculoskeletal and sensorineural conditions related to the adult and geriatric client. Pathophysiology, relevant nursing assessment's and the care of various tubes and wounds will continue to be stressed. Concurrent clinical experience is designed to augment skills with: therapeutic communication, caring, advocacy, decision making strategies, and state of the art technologies. Special clinical observations will be provided. Eight hours lecture/discussion and twelve hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 170

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Course Description: Using concepts introduced in NUR 170, this course incorporates comprehensive nursing care and integration of the nursing process for metabolic, gastrointestinal, endocrine, musculoskeletal and sensorineural conditions related to the adult and geriatric client. Pathophysiology, relevant nursing assessment's and the care of various tubes and wounds will continue to be stressed. Concurrent clinical experience is designed to augment skills with: therapeutic communication, caring, advocacy, decision making strategies, and state of the art technologies. Special clinical observations will be provided. Eight hours lecture/discussion and twelve hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 170

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Course Description: Focuses on the theory and practice of medical and surgical nursing, building on the theory and clinical knowledge base presented in NUR 121, NUR 170 and NUR 171. Emphasizes nursing care of adults with complex health problems. The nursing process is used as a framework for nursing practice. Concurrent clinical experience is designed to augment skills with therapeutic communication, caring, advocacy, technology, assessment, and decision making. Special clinical observations will be provided. Seven hours lecture/discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week.
Prerequisite: NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Community Mental Health Nursing focuses on the role of the nurse in maintaining or restoring whole-person health and wellness throughout the life span. Content will include theory and practice of mental health and common health/ wellness concerns in the community. The course includes psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural implications for nursing care. Course content will include nursing care appropriate for traditional inpatient settings, as well as adaptations appropriate to community settings. Concurrent clinical experiences will include hospital, clinic, nursing home, home health, and other community settings. Seven hours lecture/ discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week.
Prerequisite:NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Seminar in legal and professional responsibilities of the Registered Nurse. Emphasis placed on the role and function of the registered nurse, employment responsibilities, accountability, and nursing organizations. The course will focus on past, present, and future social and economic events and relate their effect on nursing and nursing education. One hour lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Focuses on the role of the nurse in interactions with contemporary childbearing families. The biopsychosocial components of human reproduction will be examined. The student assists families in relieving discomforts during pregnancy and labor and in developing positive parenting behaviors. Effective use of the nursing process is integrated into theory and clinical experience. Six hours lecture/discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4.5 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Focuses on the role of the nurse in interactions with contemporary childbearing families. The biopsychosocial components of human reproduction will be examined. The student assists families in relieving discomforts during pregnancy and labor and in developing positive parenting behaviors. Effective use of the nursing process is integrated into theory and clinical experience. Six hours lecture/discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4.5 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Focuses on the promotion of optimum health and development for children at any stage of health or illness. Stresses the concept of family-centered nursing and the philosophy of the whole child through the establishment of nurse child-parent relationships. Emphasizes development of assessment skills and techniques in the care of children and their families. Six hours lecture/discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4.5 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Focuses on the promotion of optimum health and development for children at any stage of health or illness. Stresses the concept of family-centered nursing and the philosophy of the whole child through the establishment of nurse child-parent relationships. Emphasizes development of assessment skills and techniques in the care of children and their families. Six hours lecture/discussion and ten hours clinical experience a week. LPN's may be eligible to register for 4.5 credit hours. See the Nursing Department.
Prerequisite:NUR 171, ENG 103, PSY 102, PSY 280, BIO 157, BIO 213 all with grades of "C" or higher.

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Course Description: Development of basic touch keyboarding skills, which can be easily transferred to any equipment with a keyboard. Input of alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information on a keyboard. One and one-half hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

E Afternoon, Evening, or Saturday Class

Course Description: An introduction to the fundamentals of a current version of Microsoft Windows. Topics include running application software, accessing operating systems features, and handling a multitasking environment. May be repeated three times. Co-offered as CIS 105. Credit may not be received if prior credit earned in CIS 105 unless topics have changed. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Designed to present the student with basic rules of spelling and techniques for improving spelling, and to equip the student with a high level of skill in proofreading. One and one-half hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: OS 122 (Keyboarding skills required for successful completion of course.)

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Course Description: Continues training in the use of the Microsoft Word application. One hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week.
Prerequisite: OS 125

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Course Description: Continues training in the use of the Microsoft Word application. One hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week.
Prerequisite: OS 125

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Course Description: A first course in the concepts and fundamental operation of a spreadsheet in a Windows environment. Topics include data entry techniques, formatting, formulas and functions, linking worksheets, graphing, and printing options. Co-offered as CIS 133. Credit may not be received if prior credit earned in CIS 133. One and one-half hours lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Students analyze and make choices based on their knowledge of the software and design principles as they carry out assigned projects. One and one-half hours lecture/discussion a week. Repeatable three times as software changes.
Prerequisite: OS 156

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Course Description: Fundamentals of golf, including practice on course. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week. May be repeated one time.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Fundamentals in skills and strategy of both singles and doubles play in badminton. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week. May be repeated one time.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Introduces fitness skills, tests, and knowledge designed to raise the student_s personal fitness level in cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and strength. Nutrition and diet also introduced. Concurrent enrollment not allowed in PE 140 or 141. One to two hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: Continues to develop the student's fitness level in cardiovascular endurance, strength, and muscular endurance. Weight machines utilized as another method of gaining both strength and endurance. Concurrent enrollment not allowed in PE 140 or 141. One to two hours lab a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Focuses on a continuation of fitness skills, assessment tests, and presenting new knowledge concerning fitness of the body during exercise. Includes free weights, interval training, light/heavy workouts, and injuries related to exercising. Repeatable three times. Concurrent enrollment not allowed in PE 140 or 141. One to two hours lab a week. May be repeated three times.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Prepares the student to officiate in basketball by exposure through lecture and participation to basketball rules and their interpretation. One hour lecture/discussion a week.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: An introductory survey of selected teachings, practices, and institutions of major Eastern and Western religions including, but not limited to, the role of history, appreciation for forms of expression, criticisms of religions origins, rituals, forms of religious knowledge, and destiny. Three hours lecture/ discussion a week. IAI: H5 904N
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: A study of the principal ethical theories and concepts of human conduct and character, as well as a critical evaluation of these theories and concepts as they apply to particular moral problems and issues. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: H4 904
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: This course will serve as an introduction to the basic principles and techniques of massage therapy. Students will learn the basic Swedish massage techniques and how to apply them to the back, arms, and legs. Basic anatomy and physiology of the major muscle groups, bony landmarks, contraindications will also be addressed. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week. Students must complete TPM 100 prior to application for admission to the Therapeutic Massage program.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: This course will serve as an introduction to the basic principles and techniques of massage therapy. Students will learn the basic Swedish massage techniques and how to apply them to the back, arms, and legs. Basic anatomy and physiology of the major muscle groups, bony landmarks, contraindications will also be addressed. One-half hour lecture/discussion and one hour lab a week. Students must complete TPM 100 prior to application for admission to the Therapeutic Massage program.
Prerequisite: None

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Course Description: This course is designed to offer training in shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and multiple pass welding in all positions on mild steel. Emphasis will be placed on efficient production welding. One hour lecture/discussion and two hours lab a week. IAI: MTM 936
Prerequisite:WT 116

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Course Description: This course is designed to offer training in shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and multiple pass welding in all positions on mild steel. Emphasis will be placed on efficient production welding. One hour lecture/discussion and two hours lab a week. IAI: MTM 936
Prerequisite:WT 116

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