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Welding Technology A.A.S. Degree [A50420]

Program Information

The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metalworking industry.

Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses may include math, print reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.

Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment. Students may be awarded a non-degree credential (i.e., certificate, diploma) after completing a specific portion of the Associate degree program.

Semester-by-Semester Plan

Applies to day offerings. Due to time restraints, evening students should expect to have fewer offerings each semester.

First Year

Fall Semester

COM 110Introduction to Communication

3
Or
COM 231Public Speaking

3
 
WLD 110Cutting Processes

2
WLD 115SMAW (Stick) Plate

5
WLD 141Symbols and Specifications

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Spring Semester

WLD 121GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate

4
WLD 131GTAW (TIG) Plate

4
MAT 110Mathematical Measurement and Literacy

3
PHY 110Conceptual Physics

3
PHY 110AConceptual Physics Lab

1
WBL 121Work-Based Learning II

1
Total Credit Hours:16

Summer Semester

CIS 110Introduction to Computers

3
ENG 111Writing and Inquiry

3
WLD 151Fabrication I

4
Total Credit Hours:10

Second Year

Fall Semester

DFT 151CAD I

3
Or
DFT 170Engineering Graphics

3
 
HUM 115Critical Thinking

3
ISC 112Industrial Safety

2
MEC 130Mechanisms

3
WLD 122GMAW (MIG) Plate/Pipe

3
Total Credit Hours:14

Spring Semester

PSY 150General Psychology

3
WBL 111Work-Based Learning I

1
WLD 116SMAW (stick) Plate/Pipe

4
WLD 132GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe

3
Total Credit Hours:11

Total Credit Hours: 64

Note: WBL 111 and WBL 121 should be taken during the program of study after the completion of a minimum of 12 core semester hours.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Perform a Groove weld per AWS code.

  • Perform a Fillet weld per AWS code.

  • Be able to develop a blueprint.

  • Fabricate a project from a blueprint.




Technical Requirements

The Welding Technology program technical standards have been developed to inform students of the nonacademic essential functions of the program and profession. Examples are not all inclusive.

Standard Essential Function Examples
     
Communication
Oral / Written		  
  • Skills sufficient to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  
  • Communicate with coworkers and customers
     
Mobility / Motor Skills  
  • Motor skills sufficient to move the hands and use hands to grasp or manipulate objects
  • Mobility sufficient to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body
  • Ability to work in varied spaces
  
  • Use hand tools
  • Perform tasks in multiple positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead) at floor level and at heights over six feet
  • Work in confined spaces
  • Physical activities may include:
  • Stooping
  • Reaching
  • Squatting
  • Lifting
  • Bending

 
     
Physical Strength and Stamina  
  • Ability sufficient to lift and carry
  
  • Lift steel plates, parts, fixtures, etc.
     
 

Sensory

  • Sight
  • Sound
  • Taste
  • Touch
  • Smell
  
  • Visual skills sufficient to see details at close range
  • Ability to take precise measurements
  • Ability to visualize two- and three-dimensional objects and spaces
  • Ability to distinguish colors, shades, and textures
  • Visual skills to inspect or assess for safety
  
  • Understand and interpret information from books, handouts, diagrams, charts, and tables
  • Read a tape measure
  • View blueprints and sketches
  • Inspect an area or piece of equipment for potential failures or safety issues
     
Environmental / Occupational Exposure  
  • Possible exposure to extreme noise levels
  • Possible exposure to extreme weather
  • Possible exposure to dust, chemicals, and fumes
  • Ability to tolerate variations in lighting
  
     
Field or Industry Professional Standards  
  • Ability to wear safety equipment
  
  • Wear safety glasses