Welding Technology A.A.S.
A50420
The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry.
Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses in math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing provides the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.
Successful 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 should consult their advisor for information about course scheduling.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate how and when to self-start, especially in learning and seeking new knowledge in an ever changing field
- Demonstrate safe work habits that reflect concern and care for self, others and the environment relative to the welding field
- Operate ethically, integrating law, company rules and policies, and individual decision-making. (GE V. 2.5)
- Demonstrate technical Welding skills to prepare for industry certification, or to be technically competent in a particular welding job or field. (GE III. 2)
General Education
Required Courses
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
Humanities/Fine Arts
Select 3 SHC from the Humanities/Fine Arts list
Mathematics
(Select 3 SHC from the following courses)
| MAT 120 | Geometry and Trigonometry | 3 | |
| MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I | 3 | FA, SP, SU |
Social/Behavioral Science
Select 3 SHC from the Social/Behavioral Science list
Major Courses
Core Required Courses
Other Major Required Courses
Drafting Elective
(Select 2-3 SHC from the following courses)
General Elective
(Select 6 SHC from the following courses)
Total Credit Hours: 65