Welding
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Training in welding is offered to those who wish to learn basic welding skills or to upgrade their knowledge in welding and fabrication. All welding classes are offered on a self-paced basis. Classes use course outlines, books, videos, and instructor-assisted instruction with practical hands-on training. Various types and thicknesses of material are welded in all positions with different welding processes. Courses in ornamental ironwork are also available. Three certificate options are available in pipe welding, structural welding, and combination pipe, structural, and advanced processes. The degree program provides students with additional competencies in welding which will enhance their upward mobility.
Students are required to purchase personal protective equipment, tools and text books. Students will receive a list of necessary equipment and books during orientation the first day of the course in which they enroll.
Students may complete deficiencies concurrently with the beginning courses in the program. Students not meeting a course prerequisite must have instructor permission to enroll.
General Education Courses
Introduction to Organizational Communication |
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Computer Literacy |
3 |
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Career Math |
3 |
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Other Course Requirements
WEL 100 |
Safety for Welders |
1 |
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Blueprint Reading for Welders & Fitters |
4 |
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Oxyfuel & Plasma Cutting |
2 |
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Oxyacetylene Welding |
2 |
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Structural Welding I |
3 |
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Structural Welding II |
3 |
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Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding |
4 |
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Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding |
4 |
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Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding |
4 |
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Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding |
4 |
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Skill electives from list below |
26 |
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57 |
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Total Credit Hours |
72 |
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Approved skill electives
Introduction to Machine Shop |
3 |
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Introduction to Engine Lathe |
3 |
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Introduction to Milling Machine |
3 |
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CAD/CAM 2D |
3 |
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CAD/CAM 2D Lab |
3 |
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Practical Metallurgy |
3 |
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WEL 180 |
Internship |
4 |
Advanced CAD/CAM Cutting Process |
4 |
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Introduction to Ornamental Iron |
4 |
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Pipe Welding I |
4 |
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Pipe Welding II |
4 |
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Layout & Fabrication |
4 |
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WEL 280 |
Internship |
4 |
Certificates
Gainful Employment Disclosure located at www.ppcc.edu/ge.
Entry Level Welding
Career Math |
3 |
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WEL 100 |
Safety for Welders |
1 |
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Blueprint Reading for Welders & Fitters |
4 |
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Oxyfuel & Plasma Cutting |
2 |
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Oxyacetylene Welding |
2 |
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Structural Welding I |
3 |
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Structural Welding II |
3 |
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Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding |
4 |
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Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours |
26 |
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Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding |
4 |
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Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours |
8 |
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding |
4 |
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Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours |
8 |
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Machining for Welders
Introduction to Machine Shop |
3 |
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Introduction to Engine Lathe |
3 |
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Introduction to Milling Machine |
3 |
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Practical Metallurgy |
3 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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Pipe Welding
*Students must complete Entry Level Certificate prior to taking Pipe courses
*Entry Level Certificate |
26 |
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Pipe Welding I |
4 |
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Pipe Welding II |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours |
34 |
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Structural Welding I |
3 |
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Structural Welding II |
3 |
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Total Credit Hours |
6 |
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