The Welding and Joining Technology diploma is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Welding and Joining Technology diploma, have the qualifications of a welding and joining technician, and are prepared to take qualification tests.


Program Entry Requirements:
Minimum Age Required: 16
High School Diploma or GED Required? No

 

Minimum Test Scores: [COMPASS]

Reading 70
English 32
Mathematics 26

 



General Core Courses
Course Number Course Name Hours
ENGL1010 Fundamentals of English I 3
MATH1012 Foundations of Mathematics 3
EMPL1000 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 2

General Core Hours:
8



Occupational Courses
Course Number Course Name Hours
COMP1000 Introduction to Computers 3
WELD1000 Introduction to Welding Technology 3
WELD1010 Oxyfuel Cutting 3
WELD1030 Blueprint Reading For Welding Technology
 3
WELD1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding I 4
WELD1070
Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding
 4
WELD1050 Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding
4
WELD1060 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding
4
WELD1090 Gas Metal Arc Welding
 4
WELD1110 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
 4
WELD1120 Preparation for Industrial Qualification
 		3

Choose a minimum of Three Credit Hours:
WELD 1150
 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
 3
WELD 1151
 Fabrication Processes
 3
WELD 1152
 Pipe Welding
 3
WELD 1153
 Flux Cored Arc Welding
 4
WELD 1154
 Plasma Cutting
 3
WELD 1156
 Ornamental Iron Works
 3
WELD 1330
 Metal Welding and Cutting Techniques
 2
IDFC 1007 Industrial Safety Procedures 2

Occupational Course Hours:
 42

Total Program Hours: 50

Program Length: 3 Terms