Welding Technology, A.A.S.

Description

The Welding Technology A.A.S. program provides hands‑on training in fundamental and advanced welding processes. Students develop skills in Structural Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)/ Metal Inert Gas (MIG), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)/ Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding for steel, stainless steel, and aluminum in both pipe and structural applications. The curriculum also includes blueprint reading, fabrication, robotic welding, and basic welding metallurgy. Graduates are prepared for employment in welding‑related positions, particularly within the construction, manufacturing, and metalworking industries.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Interpret blueprints and associated weld symbols
• Demonstrate ability to complete tasks in a metal fabrication environment, including identifying/choosing proper materials, cutting materials to proper dimensions, fitting the materials together, and tack welding the materials in the proper location
• Demonstrate needed skills required for a Structural Plate certification test, following proper procedures and meeting the requirements of the welding codes
• Write and/or alter robotic welding programs for use in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrate proper technique in the application of GMAW (MIG)
• Demonstrate needed skills required for a SMAW Pipe certification test, following proper procedures and meeting the requirements of the welding codes
• Demonstrate needed skills required for a GTAW Pipe, Steel certification test, following proper procedures and meeting the requirements of the welding codes
• Demonstrate needed skills required for a Stainless Steel weld certification test, following proper procedures and meeting the requirements of the welding codes

Graduation Credits Required: 66