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Welding Technology Certificate, CERT2

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[CIP 48.0508]

281-756-3651

Purpose: The ACC Welding Technology program provides extensive classroom and hands-on training. Welders work in shipbuilding, bridges, power plants, oil rigs, refineries, gas pipelines, tanks, and buildings. These jobs are in high demand in our region. Courses within the program include Welding Safety, Tools and Equipment, Introduction to Welding, Layout and Pipe Welding. This well-rounded education provides students with many opportunities and the necessary skills, credentials, and qualifications to enter the workforce successfully.

First Year

First Semester

WLDG 1323 - Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment 3 Course Credits
WLDG 1200 - Introduction to Welding 2 Course Credits
WLDG 1428 - Intro Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 4 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 9

Second Semester

WLDG 1313 - Intro to Blueprint Reading for Welders 3 Course Credits
WLDG 1457 - Inter Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 4 Course Credits
WLDG 1307 - Intro to Welding Using Multiple Proc 3 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 10

Third Semester

WLDG 1434 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) 4 Course Credits
WLDG 1430 - Intro to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) 4 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 8

Second Year

First Semester

WLDG 1435 - Introduction to Pipe Welding 4 Course Credits
WLDG 1353 - Intermediate Layout and Fabrication 3 Course Credits
WLDG 2413 - Intermed Welding Using Multiple Process 4 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 11

Second Semester

WLDG 2406 - Intermediate Pipe Welding 4 Course Credits
WLDG 2380 - Co-Educ - Welding Technology / Welder 3 Course Credits *
OR
WLDG 2371 - Welding Final Project 3 Course Credits *

Semester Credits: 7

Total Credits Required for Welding Technology Certificate: 45

* Capstone Course