The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry into the welding industry. Students explore career opportunities and the requirements of a professional welder. Content emphasizes beginning skills key to the success of working in the welding industry.
Students study workplace safety and organization, manufacturing processes, metals identification, interpretation of welding symbols, oxyfuel gas cutting practices, plasma arc cutting principles, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Carbon Arc Gouging (GAC) principles, visual examination skills, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and a basic understanding of pipe welding.
Employability skills will be stressed throughout the entirety of the program so students learn to be better employees. Skills focused on attendance, punctuality, teamwork, and safety will be introduced.
Students are able to begin in either the fall or spring semester. Space is limited.
Welding Career Paths:
- Welder
- Structural Iron and Steel Worker
- Boilermaker
- Welding Inspector
Students will need supplies for the program. Items may be purchased from AirGas, Grainger, or any other welding/building supply company.
Supplies:
- Safety glasses
- Welding Helmet
- Leather work boots (steel toe preferred)
- Slag/Chipping Hammer
- Side Cutter
- Green/Black leather welding jacket
- Leather welding gloves
- Carbon steel and stainless steel wire brush
- Vice grip locking pliers