Welding, Diploma

Program Details

Semester 1

• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
• WEL 228 - Welding Safety/Health: SENSE1 Credits: 1
• WEL 233 - Print Read/Sym Inter: SENSE1 Credits: 3
• WEL 244 - GMAW Sh Cir Transfer: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• WEL 254 - Inspection/Test Princ: SENSE1 Credits: 1
• WEL 262 - OFC-I Manual & Mech: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• WEL 266 - Thermal Cutting Processes II Credits: 1
• Select 3 credits AAS Degree Core Math   Credits: 3

Semester 2

• WEL 245 - GMAW Spray Transfer: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• WEL 274 - SMAW 1: SENSE1 Credits: 3
• WEL 275 - SMAW II: SENSE1 Credits: 3
• WEL 280 - FCAW Self-Shielded: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• Select 3 credits AAS Degree Core Communications  Credits: 3

Semester 3

• WEL 251 - GTAW Carbon Steel: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• WEL 252 - GTAW Aluminum: SENSE1 Credits: 1
• WEL 253 - GTAW Stainless Steel: SENSE1 Credits: 1
• WEL 281 - FCAW Gas Shielded: SENSE1 Credits: 2
• Select 3 credits AAS Degree Core Social and Behavioral Science/Humanities  Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diploma - 36

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$185.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $7,800**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Use electric arc or flame processes in welding.
• Weld steel, steel alloys and other metals.
• Weld in all positions such as flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead.
• Welder may work in various positions-bending, stooping, etc.
• Work from drawings, blueprints and other written plans.
• Plan and organize work.
• Layout and fit by means of flame cutting, shearing, sawing, etc.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Identify details in objects and drawings.
• Lift and carry 50 to 100 pounds.
• Read and work from blueprints.
• Have adequate vision to see definition in the weld puddle.
• Be a self-starter and work independently.
• Concentrate for long periods of time.
• Perform simple math problems quickly.

What Else Should I Consider about this Diploma program?

• Will be working in hot, sweaty conditions, indoors and outdoors.
• Welding can be hazardous because of the dusty, smoky environment and electrical dangers.
• Many welders are union members depending on the place of employment.
• There is a steady demand for qualified/skilled welders throughout the United States. The current trend in employment is toward highly skilled individuals.
• 2020 Annual Median Pay (bls.gov): $44,190 ($21.25/hour).

Program Competencies

1. Inspect and operate equipment using proper safety for welding and thermal cutting practices.
2. Read, interpret and apply information from welding symbols, drawings and sketches.
3. Demonstrate the ability to weld in multiple positions using Shielded Metal Arc Welding equipment on carbon steel.
4. Demonstrate the ability to weld in multiple positions using Gas Metal Arc Welding equipment (spray and short circuit transfer) on carbon steel.
5. Demonstrate the ability to weld in multiple positions using Flux Cored Arc welding equipment (gas shielded and self-shielded) on carbon steel.
6. Demonstrate the ability to weld in multiple positions using Gas Tungsten Arc welding equipment on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel and aluminum.
7. Demonstrate the ability to perform cutting operations using Manual and Mechanized Oxyfuel Gas cutting equipment and Manual Air Carbon Arc cutting equipment on carbon steel.
8. Demonstrate the ability to perform cutting operations using Manual Plasma Arc cutting equipment on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel and aluminum.
9. Demonstrate the knowledge to evaluate welds and cuts to welding codes, standards and specifications.
10. Obtain prerequisite amount of knowledge, attitude, skills and habits required to gain meaningful employment in the welding field.

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