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Program Overview:
The Welding and Fabrication program is designed to prepare welders and fabricators to meet the needs of the industry. This includes, but not limited to, the successful completion of a 6g pipe/tube test, extensive knowledge over technical document and tool reading, and successful welding on exotic metals and alloys. Jobs available in local industries are pipefitting/welding, boiler making, ironworking, sheet metal working, fabrication, and production welding.

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MTH 1201

Technical Mathematics

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This course is designed for students enrolled in technical programs. Topics include: measurement and approximation, algebraic principles and operation, identification and use of formulas. In addition, geometric and trigonometric principles may also be covered if applicable to the program area. Emphasis is placed on the application of mathematical concepts to the solution of problems in vocational and technical fields. PREREQUISITE: Score at beginning algebra level on placement exam or consent of instructor.

WEL 1210

Gas Metal Arc Welding

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A study of the basic applications of gas metal arc welding with standard solid filler wire. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of WEL 1260 Combination Welding I or consent of instructor.

WEL 1215

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

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Basic theory and laboratory activities for shielded metal arc welding, including electrode selection, types of welding joints, and application of shield metal arc welding (SMAW). PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of WEL 1260 Combination Welding I or consent of instructor.

WEL 1220

Metal Cutting and Preparation

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This course covers metal cutting, forming and finishing processes that are related to welding industry. Metal cutting forming processes such as oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting, CNC plasma table operation, shearing, punching, gouging, metal shears, metal break, roll forming, casting, sawing and grinding are studied and performed. Forming, finishing and fabricating of metal projects are also included in this course. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of WEL 1260 Combination Welding I or consent of instructor.

ELEC

Elective

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WEL 1225

Blueprint Reading

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A practical course consisting of basic sketching, dimensioning material shapes and welding blueprint interpretation.

WEL 1230

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

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A study of intermediate applications of shielded metal arc welding, specifically in the horizontal and vertical positions on butt, tee and lap joint designs on mild steelplate. PREREQUISITE: WEL 1215 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I and concurrent enrollment in or completion of WEL 1260 Combination Welding I, or consent of instructor.

WEL 1260

Combination Welding I

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A combination of introductory level lectures and laboratory activities in gas metal arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, fuel gas welding, brazing and cutting.

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ENG 1201

Communications

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This course is designed to develop the student's appreciation of the value of communication between individuals and between business and industries. It is to provide a practical application for today's trades, business, and industrial workers, particularly in the comprehension and expression of written English as it applies to business letters, reports, and memoranda.

WEL 1235

Flux Cored Arc Welding

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A study of the basic applications of flux cored arc welding with standard core filler wires and shielding gases. PREREQUISITE: Completion of WEL 1260 Combination Welding I or consent of instructor.

WEL 1240

Welder Certification I

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A theory and laboratory course that prepares the student to take structural steel welder certification tests according to the code specified by the American Welding Society. PREREQUISITE: WEL 1230 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II or consent of instructor.

WEL 1245

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

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A study of the basic applications of gas tungsten arc welding. Study includes welding of aluminum and mild steel plate and sheet metal. PREREQUISITE: WEL 1230 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II or consent of instructor.

WEL 1250

Welding Metallurgy

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An introductory metallurgy course which explores physical properties of metals, heat treatment, metal identification, metal classification and welding procedures for carbon and alloy steel.

WEL 2225

Pipe Welding Certification

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This is a combination lecture-laboratory course designed to develop skill in the technique of cross-country pipeline welding. Both vertical-up and vertical-down are practiced. API welder qualification tests are given. Advanced skills with oxy-fuel gas torch cutting and joint design are covered. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment or completion of WEL 1240 Welder Certification I or consent of instructor.

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SPE 1101

Fundamentals of Effective Speaking

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Short informative and persuasive speeches are prepared and presented. This course places emphasis on selection and organization of materials, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery as well as characteristics of effective criticism and listening.

SPE 1121

Small Group Communication

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An introduction to the theory and practice of small group communication. Techniques of discussion are applied to goal-oriented small group situations. Emphasis is placed on social norms, the nature and types of groups, and leadership development. Students are expected to demonstrate both practical and theoretical understanding of problem-solving, information-providing, decision-making, and conflict management.

WEL 2235

Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding

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A study of advanced gas metal arc welding skills and concepts on plate and pipe. Prerequisite: Welding and cutting certificate or consent of instructor.

WEL 2240

Combination Pipe Welding

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A study on the combination of welding processes used to create multi process welds. Prerequisite: Welding and Cutting Certificate or consent of instructor.

WEL 2245

Design and Fabrication

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A study of the basic applications of gas metal arc welding with standard solid filler wire. PREREQUISITE: Welding and Cutting Certificate or consent of instructor.

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GEN 2297

Employment Skills

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This course prepares the student for job interviews, job placement, and employment. Verbal and written communication skills are implemented through assigned reports. Topics of discussion and debate range from securing and keeping a job to individual attitudes, work habits, work ethics, and interviewing skills. The student will be required to prepare a written resume and to apply communication skills in practical situations.

WEL 2250

6G Pipe Certification

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A study focused solely on the passing of a 6G position weld test. PREREQUISITE: WEL 2240 Combination Pipe Welding and Welding and Cutting certificate or consent of instructor.

WEL 2255

Pipe and Tube Preparation

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This course covers the cutting, cleaning, finishing, beveling, and fitting of pipe and tube. Lab course only. PREREQUISITE: WEL 2240, Combination Pipe Welding, and Welding and Cutting certificate or consent of instructor.

WEL 2260

Exotics

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A study on the welding and welding concepts of exotic metals and alloys. PREREQUISITE: WEL 2240 Combination Pipe Welding and Welding and Cutting certificate or consent of instructor.

ELEC

Social Science Gen Ed Elective (This course must satisfy the IECC human diversity requirement.)

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ELEC

General Education Elective

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