Welding Technology Certificate Level One Basic and Advanced and A.A.S. (48.0508) Uvalde, Eagle Pass and Crystal City Campuses
Faculty and Staff
Purpose
Welding Technology is a program for those who desire to gain advanced knowledge and skills in the field of welding. Skills in Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting and Shielded Metal Arc Welding will be developed along with related learning in areas such as welding math, drafting, layout, blueprint reading and structural and pipe fabrication The Welding Technology program carries three award options: a Level 1 Certificate, Level 2 Certificate and an A.A.S. degree.Admission Requirements
Students are admitted through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section). Students will receive a Level One Certificate and/or an A.A.S. degree upon satisfactory completion of the program of study and upon making formal application for graduation (see Curricula section).
The Welding Technology Program carries three award options, a Level One Basic Certificate, Level One Advanced Certificate, and an A.A.S. degree. The Level 1 Certificates are TSI exempt, however, those not meeting Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s). Students pursuing the Level 2 Certificate or A.A.S. degree must meet all TSI requirements.
Program of Study
Welding Technology - Basic Level One Certificate
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 13232 | Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment | 3 |
| WLDG 14212 | Welding Fundamentals | 4 |
| WLDG 1430 | Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 1428 | Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc | |
| Welding (SMAW) | 4 | |
| WLDG 1313 | Intro to Blueprint Reading for Welders | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 1457 | Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc | |
| Welding (SMAW) | 4 | |
| WLDG 1317 | Introduction to Layout and Fabrication | 3 |
| WLDG 14351 | Introduction to Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 1353 | Intermediate Layout and Fabrication | 3 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 25 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
- Recommended bridging course for students with limited prior experience in welding.
Welding Technology - Advanced Level One Certificate
Program of Study
(Prerequisite: Welding Technology - Basic Level One Certificate)
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 2406 | Intermediate Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 2435 | Advanced Layout and Fabrication | 4 |
| WLDG 2451 | Advanced Gun Tungsten Arc Welding | 4 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 24531 | Advanced Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 2443 | Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding | |
| (SMAW) | 4 | |
| Total | 8 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 20 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
- Recommended bridging course for students with limited prior experience in welding.
Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 15 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| WLDG 13232 | Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment | 3 |
| WLDG 14212 | Welding Fundamentals | 4 |
| WLDG 1430 | Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 1428 | Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc | |
| Welding (SMAW) | 4 | |
| WLDG 1313 | Intro to Blueprint Reading for Welders | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 1457 | Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc | |
| Welding (SMAW) | 4 | |
| WLDG 1317 | Introduction to Layout and Fabrication | 3 |
| WLDG 14351 | Introduction to Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 1353 | Intermediate Layout and Fabrication | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Summer Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Core Elective | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Core Elective | Speech | 3 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 2406 | Intermediate Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 2435 | Advanced Layout and Fabrication | 4 |
| WLDG 2451 | Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 4 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| WLDG 24531 | Advanced Pipe Welding | 4 |
| WLDG 2443 | Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding | |
| (SMAW) | 4 | |
| Elective | Humanities and Fine Arts | 3 |
| Elective | College Level Mathematics | 3 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
- Recommended bridging course for students with limited prior experience in welding.
Welding Technology Catalog Pages
Program of Study Full-Text Catalog Pages (Opens Full Catalog)
Tuition and Fees
Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section. Lab and uniform fees are also assessed. (see Course Descriptions).Welding Technology Resources
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Luis Ruiz |
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Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Luis Ruiz |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
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