Welding Technology
Program Description
The Welding Technology Program offers five certificate options and an associate in science degree. This program is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in common types of welding methods related to today’s welding industries. This program will provide students with manipulative skills and technical knowledge required to perform in a variety of entry to mid-level welding careers in manufacturing, petroleum, fabrication, and others. The courses and training will prepare students to take the necessary code tests required in several occupational fields for employment.
Certificates are stand-alone programs and also may be considered as stepping stones toward your degree. For those interested in the degree program and transferring to a four-year school, please contact your counselor to determine which additional courses are needed to transfer.
Learn more about our Associate in Science in Welding Technology.
Degree Program Learning Outcomes
After completing the Welding Technology degree, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate proper safety practices when working in a welding environment;
- Demonstrate technical welding skills and knowledge sufficient to meet industry standards and perform various welding projects;
- Apply various hand, measuring, and layout tools to weld projects;
- Apply skills in reading and applied mathematics as related to welding;
- Demonstrate work attributes that contribute to personal success and contribute to the goals of an organization for which one is or will be employed;
- Pass industry code testing certifications required for employment based upon area of interest.
Earnings Potential
Learn more about wage and earning potential at Welding Technology Career Pathways.
Contact Us
Taft College Switchboard
661-763-7700
Kristi Richards — Career Transitions Facilitator-Counselor
661-763-7813
Email: CareerReady@taftcollege.edu