The Welding Technology program provides students with the necessary skills for preparation to enter the welding and fabrication trades. The courses develop the necessary skills to use Oxy/Fuel, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and various cutting techniques as they apply to the welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Other areas of study include metallurgy of welding, design of welding components, fabrication techniques, and layout procedures.
The Welding Technology certificates prepare you for employment in entry-level positions, including industrial maintenance, sheet metal and repair/fabrication shops, motorsports/off-highway vehicle design and apprenticeship programs-such as pipefitting and ironworkers. By completing the intermediate and advanced courses, you will be prepared to apply for positions requiring a higher skill level as well as preparation for testing under AWS/ASME Welder Qualification/Certification guidelines. Click on a job title below to find out career information such as average salaries, employment rates and more!
For certificate and degree requirements, please visit the College Catalog.
