Welding
Master the art and science of welding through interactive digital applications and in-person immersions. Learn to design, simulate and visualize welding processes digitally before applying those skills on real materials during immersion weekends.
Required In-Person Immersion
This course requires attending two weekend immersion sessions per semester in Austin, TX. During these sessions, you'll apply your digital welding knowledge to real materials and equipment. Please review the immersion schedule below and ensure you can attend before enrolling.
Welding Digital Projects
Complete these digital projects to develop your welding knowledge and prepare for the in-person immersion sessions. Each project builds upon skills from previous ones and prepares you for hands-on work during the weekend immersions.
Welding Processes Visualizer
Build an interactive application for exploring different welding processes, materials, and their applications.
Weld Joint Design Simulator
Create an interactive simulator for designing, testing, and analyzing welded joints and assemblies.
Weld Quality Analysis Application
Develop an application for analyzing weld quality, identifying defects, and implementing quality control measures.
Advanced Welding Process Simulator
Create a comprehensive simulation environment for advanced welding processes including heat flow, metallurgical changes, and stress development.
Upcoming Immersions
This course requires attendance at two weekend immersion sessions per semester. During these sessions, you'll apply your digital designs to real welding equipment. Select the sessions you plan to attend.
October 6-7, 2023
Welding Workshop, Austin Campus
Two full days (9am-5pm)
Introduction to welding processes, safety, and basic techniques. Students will apply their digital welding knowledge to real materials.
December 1-2, 2023
Welding Workshop, Austin Campus
Two full days (9am-5pm)
Advanced joint welding and structural techniques. Students will implement their digital joint designs on actual metal pieces.
February 16-17, 2024
Welding Workshop, Austin Campus
Two full days (9am-5pm)
Quality control and inspection techniques. Students will perform actual weld testing based on their digital simulation knowledge.
April 12-13, 2024
Welding Workshop, Austin Campus
Two full days (9am-5pm)
Specialized welding processes and complex project fabrication. Students will implement their advanced digital designs in physical form.
Immersion Requirements
For Digital Projects
- • Computer with modern web browser
- • GitHub account for project submissions
- • Basic understanding of web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- • Camera for recording walkthrough videos
For In-Person Immersions
- • All welding equipment and materials provided on campus
- • Materials for welding projects included
- • Appropriate clothing (cotton, leather boots, no synthetic fabrics)
- • Personal safety equipment (provided, but you may bring your own)
- • Your completed digital projects (for reference during welding)
Travel & Accommodation
- • Students are responsible for travel to Austin, TX
- • Recommended accommodations list provided
- • Campus location: Ludwitt Welding Workshop, Austin
Your Progress
Course Instructor
Recent Achievements
Virtual Joint Master
Successfully created complex digital welding joint simulations
Digital Welder
Developed your first interactive welding simulation application