The Welding CSC is no longer accepting students. Students interested in welding should see the following programs: Welding Fundamentals - MIG CSC (221-995-05) , Welding Fundamentals - TIG CSC (221-995-06) , Welding Fundamentals - Pipe Welding CSC (221-995-07) , and Welding Fundamentals - Stick CSC (221-995-04) .
PURPOSE: Employment opportunities exist for individuals proficient in advanced welding techniques. This program is designed for students with no previous experience in welding, as well as for individuals currently employed in the welding field who wish to upgrade their skills. Individuals entering the Welding Career Studies Certificate (CSC) should consider this program as a means of developing or advancing their job skills over a one-year period of time and as a means of acquiring the skills necessary to test for the various levels of welding certification.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: Opportunities for graduates include construction welder, fabrication welder, and welding supply salesperson.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
- Read and correctly interpret basic welding fabrication drawings, sketches, symbols, and/or welding specifications.
- Select appropriate filler material for compatible admixing and dilution in the writing of welding procedure for various ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Demonstrate proficiency of the welding subject through hands-on performance, written work, and in theory.
- Fabricate a project and estimate the cost of the welding consumables and metal.
- Perform technical work related to welding applying OSHA safety and industry standards in a work environment.
- Apply basic machine and technique adjustments to solve typical welding problems.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission
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