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Welding and Joining Technology

Diploma Program
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, and 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. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum)

Employment Opportunities
Welder's helper, shielded metal arc welder, TIG welder, MIG welder, combination welder

Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge.

CURRICULUM

COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS
Essential General Core Courses

8

Fundamentals of English I

ENGL 1010

3

Foundations of Mathematics

MATH 1012

3

Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development

EMPL 1000

2

Essential Technical Courses

42

Introduction to Computers

COMP 1000

3

Introduction to Welding Technology

WELD 1000

3

Oxyfuel Cutting

WELD 1010

3

Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology

WELD 1030

3

Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1040

4

Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1050

3

Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1060

4

Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1070

4

Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1090

4

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 1110

4

Preparation for Industrial Qualification

WELD 1120

3

Program Elective(s)

WELD xxxx

3

Total Hours

50

Elective(s)
Elective choices include WELD 1150, WELD 1151, WELD 1152, WELD 1153, WELD 1154, WELD 1156, WELD 1330, and/or WELD 1500.

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