Welding Technology
The Welding Technology program provides specialized training to prepare students for entry-level positions as a welder. All aspects of welding are covered including oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, braze welding, arc welding, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and pipe welding.
Graduation Requirements
Certificate in Welding Technology: A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. A minimum of 9 credits earned toward the certificate must be completed at SENMC.
AAS in Welding Technology: ENGL 1110G Composition I with a C- or higher; placement into college-level math and reading courses or completion of developmental courses with a C- or higher; cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. A minimum of 15 of the 63 credits for the associate’s degree must be completed at SENMC.
WELD 100 Structural Welding I 6 Credits (6)
Development of basic skills in SMAW, OFC, and OFW in accordance with the AWS entry-level welder program. (3+6P)
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 102 Welding Fundamentals 3 Credits (3)
Survey of welding and cutting processes for nonmajors. Classroom instruction and laboratory work with OFC/OFW, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and plasma arc cutting. (2+2P)
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 105 Introduction to Welding 3 Credits (3)
Welding practices, procedures, and terminology. Welding safety, equipment types, electrode types in usage, joint design and testing procedures.
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 110 Blueprint Reading (Welding) 3 Credits (3)
Interpretation of prints related to welding. Emphasis on AWS standard symbols for welding, brazing, and nondestructive examination.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify, recognize, and differentiate between an orthographic and isometric drawing also line type’s structural shapes, pipe, and fittings on a print.
- Read, identify, and define scales sizes, tolerances, local and general notes, also read material lists and specifications.
- Read, compile materials and data, and construct using a blueprint. Identify weld size and position from the welding symbols, and produce a rough sketch for construction.
WELD 115 Structural Welding II 6 Credits (6)
Continuation of WELD 100. Emphasis on AWS entry and advanced level welder skills with SMAW, including all-position welding with mild and stainless-steel electrodes. Plasma arc and air-carbon are cutting, metallurgy, heat treatment, and weld defects. (3+6P)
Prerequisite(s): WELD 100
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 120 Basic Metallurgy 3 Credits (3)
Properties of ferrous and nonferrous materials. Service conditions and heat treatment of metals related to welding trade.
Prerequisite(s): WELD 100
Learning Outcomes
- Identify, recognize, and differentiate ferrous and non-ferrous metal.
- Understand the welding process and the change the metal experiences after the heat is applied.
- Apply methods of pre-heat and post heat and heat tempering to different metals.
WELD 125 Introduction to Pipe Welding 3 Credits (3)
Pipe fit-up and welding techniques for pipe fitting and pipe weld joint using SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW, 2G welding of pipe. (2+2P)
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 126 Industrial Pipe Welding 3 Credits (3)
Enhancement of WELD 125. Development of more advanced pipe welding skills.
Corequisite(s): WELD 125
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 130 Introduction to GMAW (MIG) 3 Credits (3)
Development of basic skills with gas metal arc welding (MIG) in accordance with AWS entry-level welder objectives. Wire electrodes, shielding/purge gases, and modes of metal transfer. (2+2P)
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 140 Introduction to GTAW (TIG) 3 Credits (3)
Development for basic skills with gas tungsten are welding (TIG) in accordance with AWS entry/advanced welder objectives. Welding mild steel, tungsten electrode preparation, filler wire selection, and equipment set-up. (2+2P)
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate…students should be able to demonstrate the complete setup of the TIG machine
- Explain…students should be able to explain the entire process of how to make a TIG weld in all four (4) positions, 1F, 2F, 3F, 4F
- Define...students should be able to define all terms related to the TIG process.
WELD 150 Pipe Welding II 3 Credits (3)
Continuation of WELD 125; with fillet and groove welded joints in a horizontal fixed and 45-degree fixed positions (5-F, 5-G, 6-F, 6-G). (2+2P)
Prerequisite(s): WELD 125
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 151 Industrial Pipe Welding II 3 Credits (3)
Enhancement of WELD 150. Development of more advanced pipe welding skills. Emphasis on industry driven test.
Corequisite(s): WELD 150
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate… The use of a welding rod and Tig weld around a 6G pipe.
- Explain… Tig and stick machine set-up around a 6G pipe.
- Define… More advanced terminology used in the pipe welding profession.
WELD 160 Introduction to SAW and FCAW 3 Credits (3)
Submerged arc and flux-cored arc welding. Demonstrations and practice with machine travel submerged arc welding (SAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-G, FCAW-S) on mild steel plate and pipe. (2+2P)
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 170 Welded Fabrication 3 Credits (3)
Development of fabrication skills including basic layout, measuring, and utilization of various welding processes including out-of-position welding. Use of common shop tools. (1+4P)
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate Proficiency in Various Welding Techniques: Student will be able to perform welding operations using different techniques such as shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW), showcasing their ability to produce high-quality welds with proper penetration and fusion.
- Apply Safety Procedures: Students will consistently adhere to safety protocols and demonstrate the ability to identify potential hazards in the welding environment. They will follow safety guidelines for personal protective equipment (PPE), proper ventilation, and safety handling of welding equipment and materials.
- Fabricate Welded Structures: Students will successfully fabricate welded structures by utilizing appropriate layout and fabrication techniques. They will demonstrate the ability to measure, cut, fit, and assemble metal components, ensuring accuracy, alignment, and structural integrity.
- Demonstrate Professionalism and Work Ethic: Students will exhibit professional behavior, including punctuality, respect for equipment and materials, and a strong work ethic. They will demonstrate the ability to follow instructions, maintain a clean work area, and complete tasks efficiently and responsibly.
WELD 180 GTAW II 3 Credits (3)
Continuation of WELD 140. Development of more advanced GTAW skills. Emphasis on pipe welding with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. (2+2P)
Prerequisite(s): WELD 140
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate…The use of aluminum wire and stainless steel wire
- Explain…machine set-up and different voltages and amperages.
- Define…The differences between aluminum and stainless steel.
WELD 190 Welded Art 3 Credits (3)
Students explore the possibilities of welded art in the form of sculpture, jewelry, furniture and as a framework to support other art media. Offered as an elective for students who wish to create art using welding. Repeatable: up to 12 credits. (1+4P)
Prerequisite(s): WELD 102
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 211 Welder Qualification 6 Credits (6)
Laboratory and classroom instruction on AWS and ASME Welder Performance Qualification Tests. All position plate and pipe techniques and tests for SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and SAW. Nondestructive and destructive examination methods. Basics of welding codes. Restricted to: Welding majors. (3+6P)
Prerequisite(s): OETS 104 or OETS 118; and WELD 100, WELD 110, WELD 120, WELD 130, WELD 140, WELD 160 and WELD 180
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the use of carbon electrodes in all 4 positions on 3/8” and 1” plate
- Explain the testing procedures on 3/8” and 1” plate
- Define all testing procedures to include destructive and dye testing
WELD 221 Cooperative Experience I 1 Credit (1)
Supervised cooperative work program. Student is employed in an approved occupation and supervised and rated by the employer and instructor. Student will meet in a weekly class. Graded S/U. Restricted to: welding majors. (3+6P)
Prerequisite(s): WELD 100
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 255 Special Problems in Welding Technology 6 Credits (6)
Individual studies in areas of welding technology. Repeatable: for a maximum of 12 credits.
Learning Outcomes
- See course syllabus.
WELD 295 Special Topics 4 Credits (4)
Topics to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Repeatable: for a maximum of 12 credits.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate…The use of carbon wire and stainless steel wire
- Explain… machine set-up and different voltages and wire speed.
- Define… The difference between carbon and stainless steel.