Welding Technology

Certificate of Specialization

The primary objective of this program is the development of an employable individual. Employability of any student is directly proportional to the individual effort and time expended toward this end. Mechanical and manipulative skills training adheres closely to the standards set by the welding industry. Students will be tested at appropriate steps throughout the program. In addition, students must meet proficiency standards for each course. Courses may be doubled up or repeated to gain proficiency.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, successful students will have demonstrated the ability to apply their skills and knowledge in the following ways:

1. Safely and accurately use a variety of electric arc processes, basic hand tools, and shop equipment to fabricate durable goods.
2. Safely and accurately use a variety of torches and fuel gases to produce parts that are used to fabricate durable goods.
3. Read, interpret and use shop drawings and specifications in the fabrication and making of durable goods.
4. Demonstrate teamwork, responsible/dependable behavior in decision-making and task performance.
5. Apply and practice workplace safety policies and procedures in the course of learning welding and related skills.

+Course may be eligible for advance credit for qualified students.

Consult the Welding advisor for more information.

*See course description for prerequisite.

Source: 2009-2010 Olympic College Catalog

Common Course Numbering Crosswalk (Effective Summer 2008)

for Former and Continuing Students