A.A.S. Welding Skills Technology
The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Welding Skills Technology option enables students to complete all "hands-on" requirements, along with the academic courses which will enhance their "total" education. Students earning this degree are generally capable of becoming supervisors or working without close supervision. Occupational opportunities for skilled certified welders are virtually limitless. Welding skills are required in pipelines which carry steam, petroleum, or natural gas; in construction and maintenance of chemical plants; and in structural work involving steel, alloys, aluminum, or other metals.
This degree can be completed within 2 years provided you attend on a full-time basis and eligible to enroll in MATH 107 and English 107. The student will also become a good candidate for the Management Technician's Degree for training as a supervisor, inspector, or welding technician.
A.A.S. Welding Skills Technology
Credit Hours
Weld 111
Basic Oxyacetylene
3 hrs.
Math 107
Shop Math 1
3 hrs.
Engl 107
Technical Writing
1
3 hrs.
Social Science or History Elective
3 hrs.
Weld 281
Metallurgy
3 hrs.
Math 108
Shop Math 2
3 hrs.
Written or Oral Communications
Elective
3 hrs.
Weld 231
Machine Operations
2 hrs.
Weld 160
Welding Blueprint
Reading
3 hrs.
Weld 271
Intro to Weld Theory
4 hrs.
Weld 241
Commercial and
Industrial Practices
4 hrs.
Weld 261
Steel Fabrication
3 hrs.
Weld 291
Fab Shop
4 hrs.
General Education Electives 5 hrs.
*Welding Electives 24 hrs.
| Weld 121 Basic SMAW | Weld 131 Basic GTAW | Weld 133 Basic FCAW | Weld 134 Basic GMAW |
| Weld 122 Intermediate SMAW | Weld 132 Advanced GTAW | Weld 136 Advanced FCAW | Weld 135 Advanced GMAW |
| Weld 221 Advanced SMAW | Weld 233 Code GTAW | Weld 237 Code FCAW | Weld 236 Code GMAW |
| Weld 251 Code SMAW | Weld 174 Technical Skills |
Credit Hours required to complete AAS Welding Skills Technology (70 hrs)
