Welding Technology, Certificate of Achievement
Upon successful completion of the Welding certificate, the student demonstrates skills, knowledge, and training for employment in entry-level positions including industrial occupations in metal shops, all maintenance positions, sheet metal and metal fabrication shops, and many apprenticeship programs.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate basic knowledge in the interpretation of blueprints and drawings.
- Demonstrate process proficiency in Oxy/Acetylene (O/A), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes.
- Demonstrate safety knowledge specific to Oxy/Acetylene (O/A), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes.
Core Requirements
Complete 34.5 units
INDUS 035
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Mobile Hydraulics
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4
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MECH 015
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Machine Tool Process
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3
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MECH 081
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Metal Trade Layout and Forming
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5
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WELDING 088A
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Introductory Trade Welding
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7.5
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WELDING 088B
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Beginning Trade Welding
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7.5
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WELDING 088C
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Intermediate Trade Welding
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7.5
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Restricted Electives
Area A - Complete 5 units selected from:
ELEC 030
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Fundamentals of Electricity
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5
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INDUS 045
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Industrial Technology
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5
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Area B - Complete 3 units selected from:
INDUS 094
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Industrial Mathematics
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3
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MATH 090
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Beginning Algebra
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4
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Minimum Units Required: 42.5
Complete all courses with a grade of "C" or better.
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