Introduction to Arc Welding and Cutting Processes
Arc Welding and Cutting Processes covers the introductory skills and theory of the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Students learn applications in all position welding using various joint configurations. Additionally, students are introduced to cutting and gouging processes using oxy-fuel. Safety in welding and cutting is an essential element of this course
Introduction to Wire-Fed Welding and Cutting Processes
Introduction to Wire-Fed Welding and Cutting Processes covers the introductory skills and theory of the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes. Students learn applications in all position welding of thinner metals. Additionally, students are introduced to cutting and heating processes using oxy-fuel. Safety in welding and cutting is an […]
Survey in Nondestructive Examination
In Survey in Nondestructive Examination, students explore the methods of examining welds utilizing nondestructive techniques. Welders apply these methods to find discontinuities within welded material and to determine if a weld is structurally sound. The testing and examination methods that students explore include visual testing (VT), ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), electromagnetic testing (ET), […]
Welding Hazard Identification and Assessment
Welding Hazard Identification and Assessment teaches students how to identify and assess hazards in the welding workplace. Training in identification of hazards aims to prevent accidents and injuries and to protect workers from exposure. Practicing safe work habits is critical to employment in industry. Students must take this course concurrently with welding courses. (Pre-requisites: WELD106W, […]
Career Readiness
Career Readiness prepares trade students for entry into the workforce by providing the necessary tools for them to procure employment in their respective fields. Topics covered include trade specific resume composition, interviewing techniques, application completion, and budgeting exercises. Upon successful completion of this course, students have a career portfolio compiling all applicable certifications, skills documentation, […]
Blueprint Reading II
Blueprint Reading II completes coverage of basic welding joints started in WELD106W. The course covers welding symbols for all types of welding. Upon successful completion of the course, students can read a welding symbol, generate a welding symbol, and apply this information to the drawing of a weldment. The course concludes with an introduction to […]
Pipe Welding Skills and Principles in Industrial Safety
Building on the Advanced Welding Technology Certificate, Pipe Welding Skills and Principles in Industrial Safety combines practical application with industrial safety. Besides becoming proficient in pipe welding in all positions on a wide range of pipe sizes in a variety of environments, students learn multiple methods to cut, bevel, and prepare pipe for welding. Students […]
Advanced Welding Skills and Principles
Advanced Welding Skills and Principles combines practical application and welding theory to build on fundamental welding skills and principles. The course covers various processes, including Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), along with other advanced welding processes. Students gain the necessary skills and have the opportunity to certify in the AWS D1.5 (SMAW) unlimited thickness certifications in all positions. Hazard identification and safe work practices are essential elements of this course.. (Prerequisites: WELD106W, WELD110W, WELD115W, WELD125W, WELD203W […]
Plasma Cutting Technology
Plasma Cutting Technology introduces students to what plasma is, how it works, and how industry uses it today. The course covers the safe operation of the plasma machine, along with critical safety precautions one must take in the presence of gases, pressures, and consumables used in the cutting process. After drafting blueprints, students complete their […]
Tools and Tool Safety
In Tools and Tool Safety, students become familiar with different tools used in welding. In addition to teaching the proper use and application of tools, the course places a premium on safety and safe practice. To achieve competency on safe tool and equipment use, students learn through instructor demonstrations and individual supervised use (Prerequisites: WELD106W, […]
Introduction to Metallurgy
Metallurgy is the science that explains the properties, behavior, and internal structures of metals. In Introduction to Metallurgy, students become familiar with the metallurgical changes that occur during the heating, cutting, and welding processes. They learn how these changes affect the properties of the final weldment, as well as the base metal surrounding it. This […]
Fundamental Welding Skills and Principles
Fundamental Welding Skills and Principles is a combined practical application and welding–theory intensive course covering the fundamental welding skills and principles for the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Oxy-Fuel Cutting, and Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A) processes. The course covers AWS basic joint designs in all positions. Students gain the […]