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Course Description

This program describes the two basic thermal cutting processes: Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) and Oxyfuel Cutting. Students will learn how to safely operate a plasma arc cutting power source and make a cut. In oxyfuel cutting, students learn the use of fuel gases, how to set up an oxyfuel cutting operation and the safe handling and storage of combustible-gas cylinders. On the final day of this class students will learn the set up and practice proper brazing techniques.

Course Content

  • Choose the proper PPE to use when cutting
  • Identify hazards with fumes and gases, light radiation, fires and explosions, and compressed gases associated with OFC
  • Students will learn about the different fuel gases used in OFC
  • Students will learn how about cylinder safety, storage, transportation, and the equipment used to set up the OFC system
  • Students will learn how to set up and adjust the oxyfuel torch
  • Identify the different fuels used in oxyfuel cutting
  • Identify safe cylinder practices, storage, handling, and equipment set-up
  • Demonstrate how to safely set up, light, and adjust the oxyfuel cutting flame
  • Demonstrate how to assemble the plasma arc cutting power source
  • Demonstrate the ability to safely set up, adjust and make a cut using the PAC system
  • Demonstrate the ability to measure and lay out the material for using a guide
  • Demonstrate all brazing safety principles discussed
  • Describe the brazing process
  • Select the correct gases, base metals and consumable materials needed
  • Navigate a Lincoln Electric brazing specification
  • Demonstrate proper fit-up per Lincoln specification
  • Complete a brazing joint with appropriate cleaning, cooling and heating procedures
  • Evaluate a braze joint according to standards

30 Clock Hours: Lab - 25, Class - 5; CEUs - 3

Ankle high leather safety steel-toed boots are mandatory for this class.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Comprehensive Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting and Brazing
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:00AM to 9:00AM
Dates
Jan 19, 2026 to Jan 23, 2026
Type
Lab
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 2:30PM
Dates
Jan 19, 2026 to Jan 23, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • Cleveland, OH
Course Fee(s)
CWELDCUT101 non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 12, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 12, 2026
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