2015-2016 General Catalog 
    
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2015-2016 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Welding Technology Basic Processes Certificate (Major Code 6246C)


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Offered at the Levelland Campus and the Plainview Extension Center

This certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the welding and metal fabricating industry. Students will receive instruction in oxy-fuel welding, brazing, and cutting; shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and gas tungsten arc welding of sheet metal, plate, and structural shapes. Reading and interpretation of industrial blueprints, basic metallurgy, basic electricity, and welding safety are also presented.

To qualify for the Certificate of Proficiency, the student must complete a Capstone Experience during the final semester of the program.

This is a TSI-waived certificate. Students declaring this major are not subject to the TSI regulations unless they enroll in a course outside the prescribed curriculum.

Program advisor is Pete Stracener, professor of welding technology.

Certificate of Proficiency

Total Semester Hours: 12


Total Semester Hours: 12


Notes


*Although not a requirement, students are strongly encouraged to take EDUC 1100 during the first semester of enrollment.
**CTE course that may be articulated with high school.

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