This program is designed to provide the student with knowledge and basic skills common to the welding trade. See Certificate Programs for additional information and/or requirements for this certificate type.
Welding
Program Degrees/Certificates
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology- Semi-Automatic Arc Welding (GMAW/FCAW)
Associate of Science, Welding Technology-
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology
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Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology- Welding Fabrication
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Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology-Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
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Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology-Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
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Certificate of Career Preparation, Pipe Welding
Program Degrees/Certificates
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology- Semi-Automatic Arc Welding (GMAW/FCAW)
This course of study advances student’s opportunities for entry level positions in industry and service occupations requiring Welding Technology skills, specifically Semi-Automatic Arc Welding (GMAW/FCAW). This Certificate of Achievement provides a focused pathway for students to obtain knowledge and skills in Semi-Automatic Arc Welding (GMAW/FCAW).
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 54A |
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 54B |
Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 12.0 |
Associate of Science, Welding Technology
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions in industry and service occupations requiring skills in Welding Technology.
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 51 |
Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Cutting
|
3.0 |
| WELD 52 |
Position Welding (Arc Welding)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 54A |
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 54B |
Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 55A |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| WELD 55B |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Non-Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 57A |
Welding Fabrication using Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| WELD 57B |
Welding Fabrication using Non-Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Major Units Required | 21.0 |
| General Education Coursework | 20.0-39.0 |
| Electives | 0-16 |
| Total Degree Units | 60.0 |
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology
This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in industry and service occupations requiring skills in Welding Technology.
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 51 |
Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Cutting
|
3.0 |
| WELD 52 |
Position Welding (Arc Welding)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 54A |
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 54B |
Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 55A |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| WELD 55B |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Non-Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 57A |
Welding Fabrication using Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| WELD 57B |
Welding Fabrication using Non-Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 21.0 |
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology- Welding Fabrication
This course of study advances student’s opportunities for entry level positions in industry and service occupations requiring Welding Technology skills, specifically Welding Fabrication. This Certificate of Career Preparation provides a focused pathway for students to obtain knowledge and skills in Welding Fabrication.
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 57A |
Welding Fabrication using Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| WELD 57B |
Welding Fabrication using Non-Ferrous Metals
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 12.0 |
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology-Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
This course of study advances student’s opportunities for entry level positions in industry and service occupations requiring Welding Technology skills, specifically Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This Certificate of Achievement provides a focused pathway for students to obtain knowledge and skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 55A |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| WELD 55B |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Non-Ferrous
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 12.0 |
Certificate of Achievement, Welding Technology-Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
This course of study advances student’s opportunities for entry level positions in industry and service occupations requiring Welding Technology skills, specifically Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). This Certificate of Achievement- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) provides a focused pathway for students to obtain knowledge and skills in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 50A |
Introduction to Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 51 |
Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Cutting
|
3.0 |
| WELD 52 |
Position Welding (Arc Welding)
|
3.0 |
| WELD 56 |
Blueprint Reading (Metal Trades)
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 12.0 |
Certificate of Career Preparation, Pipe Welding
This certificate advances opportunities for entry level position in industry and service occupations requiring welding and provides a focused pathway for students to obtain knowledge and skills in pipe welding. Prerequisite requirement for this program will include WELD 51, 52, 54, 55, and 56.
| ID | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 58A |
Basic Pipe Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 58B |
Basic Pipe Welding - Gas Metal and Flux Cored Arc Welding
|
3.0 |
| WELD 58C |
Basic Pipe Welding - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
|
3.0 |
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| Total Units Required | 9.0 |
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