Welding
The welding industry presents a continually growing and challenging series of opportunities for skilled workers. There is a positive job outlook in welding for the future, and those individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary can expect a secure future and financial security. This course is designed to prepare students for a career in welding using the various welding processes. The individualized method of instruction provides for both classroom instruction and practical hands on experience using tools and welding equipment.
Please note: This program became effective on September 4, 2007
| AWARD
TITLES |
HRS* |
AWARD |
| Welder Helper | 60 | CERTIFICATE |
| Tack Welder | 324 | CERTIFICATE |
| Shielded Metal Arc Welder | 648 | CERTIFICATE |
| Gas Metal Arc Welder | 972 | CERTIFICATE |
| Combination Welder | 1,296 | DIPLOMA** |
| Proficiency examinations will be given at appropriate times for each of the above titles. | ||
| * Approximate hours | ||
| Units of Instruction | ||
| Introduction, Shop Orientation & Safety | ||
| Technology Foundations | Gas Metal Arc Welding | |
| Cutting Process | Mild Steel | |
| Oxy-Acetylene | Aluminum | |
| Plasma-Arc | Oxy-Acetylene Welding | |
| Shielded Metal Arc Basics | Mild Steel | |
| Mild Steel Plat | Brazing & Soldering | |
| Shielded Metal Arc Advanced | Blueprint Theory | |
| Mild Steel Plate | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | |
| Mild Steel Pipe | Mild Steel, Stainless & Aluminum Plate | |
| Welding Theory | Mild Steel Pipe & Stainless Steel Pipe | |
| Questions? | ||
Please contact the instructor Ed Cook at:
901.475.2526
