Welding
Program advisor: Reid Davis
Program Description
Welders join metals by applying intense heat from a gas or electric source to melt metal to form a permanent bond with or without the use of filler metals. Welders plan the sequence of operations and select the equipment to be used according to the kinds of metals involved and the type of weld to be made. Students also learn blueprint reading and flame cutting of metals.
Available Credentials
Diploma
| Area | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Combination Welder | 48-58 | Download (RTF) |
Certificate
| Area | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| ARC Cutter | 5 | Certificate List (RTF) |
| ARC Welder | 24-25 | |
| Gas Welder | 4 | |
| Production Line Welder | 19-20 | |
| Tack Welder | 7-10 |
Employment Opportunities
A majority of welders work in manufacturing industries. Others are employed by construction firms and businesses performing various repair services. A skilled welder may qualify as a technician, supervisor, inspector, or as an owner of a welding business.
Admission Requirements:
The following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions for admission to this program:
- Application for admission
(154 K) - High School transcript or GED
- ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET scores
- Transcripts of all previous college work
- Age verification (must be 16 years of age)
Length of Program
Two years for a full time student. Courses are offered during two 16-week semesters and one 6-week summer session if needed.
Classes Needed
Combination Welder
- ENG 101 Writing I
or - TEC 100 Communications for Business and Industry
or - TEC 200 Technical Communications
or - WPP 200 Workplace Principles
- CIS 100 Introduction to Computers
- MT 115 Technical Mathematics
or - MT 145 Contemporary College Mathematics
or - MT 150 College Algebra
- WLD 100 Oxy-Fuel Systems
or - WLD 110 Cutting Processes
- WLD 101 Oxy-Fuel Systems Lab
or - WLD 111 Cutting Processes Lab
- WLD 120 Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- WLD 121 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fillet Lab
- WLD 123 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab
- WLD 130 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- WLD 131 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Fillet Lab
- WLD 133 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Groove Lab
- WLD 140 Gas Metal Arc Welding
- WLD 141 Gas Metal Arc Welding Fillet Lab
- WLD 143 Gas Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab
- WLD 170 Blueprint Reading for Welders
- WLD 171 Blueprint Reading for Welders Lab
- WLD 220 Welding Certification
- WLD 221 Welding Certification Lab
- WLD 298 Practicum
or - WLD 299 Cooperative Education Program
- Technical Electives - 2-3 hours
Additional Requirements:
Select a minimum of 2 hours from electives listed in KCTCS catalog.
Additional Courses Required For Associate of Applied Science Degree in General Occupational Technical Studies:
- Social Interaction - 3 hours
- Natural / Applied Science - 3 hours
- Humanities - 3 hours
This curriculum guide is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. Students should always choose classes in cooperation with the academic advisor to ensure that all degree requirements are being met.
Information about Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in General Occupational / Technical Studies (GOTS)
Credit earned through certificate and diploma program completion will be applicable toward the Associate in Applied Science in General Occupational / Technical Studies (GOTS) degree when consistent with the objectives of the student's individual plan of study. This heavily advisor-driven model can combine certificates and / or diplomas in different disciplines for meeting employer needs for unique skill combinations for which there is no established degree program.
As many as twenty (20) hours of credit for experiential learning may be applied toward degree completion. KCTCS certificate and diploma credit and acceptable credit transferred from other colleges may also be applied to a student's program completion plan. At least twenty-five percent (25%) of the approved curriculum credits must be completed at the KCTCS institution granting the degree.