Welding
The welding
program is designed to train the student in the fundamentals of industrial
welding processes with emphasis on layout and design. Specific areas of
training include welding processes, welding procedures, blueprint reading,
welding metallurgy, plate welding, pipe welding, pipe
fitting, plate and pipe layout and fabrication, welding inspection and weld
testing methods.
Students that
complete a list of required courses then complete a chosen area of
specialization receive a certificate of completion. Possible areas of
specialization include General Welding Specialist, which is designed to
establish a strong foundation utilizing various welding techniques and
processes, and Pipe Welding Specialist, which includes carbon steel and
stainless steel alloys, utilizing SMAW, GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) processes in
all positions.