Academic Catalog

Welding and Joining Technology Diploma

WAJ2

Program Description: 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.

Curriculum

Basic Skills (8 Credits)

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relat & Prof Dev

2

Occupational Courses (46 Credits)

Required Courses: (40 Credits)

WELD 1000Introduction to Welding Technology

4

WELD 1010Oxyfuel and Plasma Cutting

4

WELD 1030Blueprint Read/Welding Tech

4

WELD 1040Flat Shielded Metal Arc Weld

4

WELD 1050Horizon Shielded Metal ArcWeld

4

WELD 1060Vert Shielded Metal Arc Weld

4

WELD 1070Overhead Shield Metal Arc Weld

4

WELD 1090Gas Metal Arc Welding

4

WELD 1110Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

4

WELD 1120Preparation/Industrial Qualifi

4

Occupational Electives: (Choose ONE course below.) (6 Credits)

WELD 1150Adv Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

3

WELD 1151Fabrication Processes

3

WELD 1152Pipe Welding

4

WELD 1153Flux Cored Arc Welding

4

WELD 1156Ornamental Iron Works

4

COMP 1000Intro to Computer Literacy

3

Total Credit Hours: 54