This concentration is designed for you if you are interested in learning welding or upgrading your skills in the various processes. Novices and advanced-level students can benefit from the individualized competency-based program offered. This concentration offers a variety of skill levels in oxyacetylene, arc, MIG, TIG, and welding/cutting processes, using both manual and semi-automatic applications.
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Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.
| GENERAL EDUCATION -- 20 CREDITS |
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Fundamentals of Public Speaking |
3 |
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English Composition |
3 |
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Life Skills Elective |
1 |
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Intermediate Algebra |
3 |
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Geometry-Trigonometry |
3 |
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Humanities/Social Sciences Elective |
3 |
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Technical Physics |
4 |
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Physics I |
4 |
| PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 18 CREDITS |
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Introduction to Print Reading |
3 |
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Introduction to the Workplace and Safety |
3 |
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Basic Electricity |
3 |
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Problem Solving and Teamwork |
3 |
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Computer Fundamentals for Technology |
3 |
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Introductory Welding |
3 |
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Processes and Materials |
3 |
| CONCENTRATION -- 12 CREDITS |
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding I |
3 |
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Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding |
3 |
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Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding |
3 |
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Welding Fabrication I |
3 |
| REGIONALLY DETERMINED -- (Limit = 12) |
| TOTAL CREDITS |
62 |
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