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Welding Technology

 

Welding Technology
(CIP Code 48.0508)

 
Instructor: Mr. Del Conte
 

An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in gas, arc, shielded and non-shielded metal arc, brazing, flame cutting. Hand, semi-automatic and automatic welding processes are also included in the instruction. Students learn safety practices and types and uses of electrodes; properties of metals; blueprint reading; electrical principles; welding symbols and mechanical drawing; use of equipment for testing welds by ultrasonic methods and destruction and hardness testing; use of manuals and specification charts; use of portable grinders and chemical baths for surface cleaning; positioning and clamping; and welding standards established by the American Welding Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers and American Bureau of Ships. 

 Programs of Study
Level I
Safety
Tools
Occupations
Blueprints
Measuring
Portfolio/Certifications 
Hours
70
50
40
30
30
20
Level II
Occupational Orientation & Safety
Principles of Welding
Welding Drawing & Weld Symbol Interpretation
Shield Metal Arc Welding
Manual Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Visual Examination
 Hours
51
40
20
124
85
20
20
Level III
Occupational Orientation & Safety
Principles of Welding
Drawing Interpretation
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Shield Metal Arc Welding
Plasma Arc Cutting
Brazing & Soldering
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
 Hours
51
15
25
109
50
70
20
20
Level IV
Occupational Orientation & Safety
Principles of Welding
Welding Drawing Interpretation
Visual Examination, Inspection & Testing
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Flux Core Arc Welding
Manual Carbon Arc Cutting
Mechanical Oxy Fuel Cutting
 Hours
51
15
30
40
100
75
24
25

Career Pathways

Industry Certifications
  • American Welding Society SENSE Certification
  • American Welding Society D1.1 Structural Steel Certification
  • NOCTI Certification - Welding (*National College Credit Recommendation Service)
  • OSHA 10 Hour Certification

 

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  • CIP Code: 48.0508
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Program Requirements/Costs (approximate)
 
Two 3" 3 Ring Binder............................$10.00ea.
Notebook Dividers.................................$4.00pk.
Sheet Protectors....................................$8.00bx.
Cotton Welding Hat.................................$10.00
Leather Steel Tip Boots...........................$100.00
Leather Gauntlet Welding Gloves..............$10.00
Leather Work Gloves...............................$10.00
Optional Costs - AWDS D1.1 Certification...$155.00
                        AWS SENSE Certification...$15.00 
Program Entrance Recommendations
 
  • Able to read & understand US & metric measurements 
    (tape measure)
  • Level I welding students are required to use a
    standard fixed lens welding helmet (non-auto darkening)
 
 
 

Introduction Video