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Welding Technology, Associate in Applied Science


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(A50420)

The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metalworking industry.

Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses may include math, print reading, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.

Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment.

Welding Technology Technical Standards

Curriculum Flow Chart

General Educaton Requirements


English- 3 Credits


English-Other- 3 Credits


Mathematics- 3 Credits


Psychology- 3 Credits


Major Requirements


Computers- 2 Credits


Welding Electives- 8 Credits


Student Success- 1 Credit


Number of Credit Hours Required for This Program: 65


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