Welding Technology: AS Degree

This is an extensive two-year program covering all major welding processes, including oxyacetylene, MIG, TIG, stick electrode, and submerged arc welding. Students also develop skills in blueprint reading, technical drawing, metal fabrication, and welding metallurgy. Classes must be taken in sequence to ensure progressive skill development. Completion of this program results in an Associate of Science degree and prepares students for AWS certification and a range of welding careers.

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Perform advanced welds using SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW on various metals and joint designs.
  2. Demonstrate mastery of open root pipe welding (SMAW) in 1G and 2G positions.
  3. Successfully prepare for and pass AWS qualification tests.
  4. Plan, design, and fabricate a project from blueprint to finished weld.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
WELD-120Welding Technology 17
WELD-121Welding Technology 27
WELD-240Welding Technology 37
WELD-241Welding Technology 47
DDGT-110Technical Drawing Fundamentals3
MACH-100Machine Shop Practice3
PHOT-120Foundations of Photography3
PHYS-110Descriptive Physics3
PHYS-111Descriptive Physics Laboratory1
TECH-92Technical Mathematics I3
TECH-107Technical Mathematics II3
Total Units47
Notes:

All required courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Consultation with the Program Coordinator is required. 

To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the NVC General Education pattern and the Health, Wellness and Self Development graduation requirement to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.