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Welding

MCC offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) and a Professional Certificate in Welding Technology.

Students in the A.A.S. in Welding Technology program develop a variety of technical skills and knowledge of industry norms that are informed by theory and built on an academic foundation that includes math and communication. The Professional Certificate in Welding Technology meets entry-level employment objectives for non-code welding and includes the courses required for the first year of the Associate in Applied Science degree.

Admission Requirements

In addition to college-wide admission requirements, applicants to the Welding Technology Degree program should:

• Have successfully completed courses in algebra and geometry.
• Possess an understanding of the technology through experience, prior courses, reading, or observation of skilled welders (highly recommended).

Technical Standards
It is highly recommended applicants have:

• Normal vision for reading instructions and for performing tasks. (Adaptive equipment acceptable).
• Good manual dexterity with both hands and good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to visualize and portray ideas graphically.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the A.A.S. in Welding program will:

• Possess basic competency in the four major processes.
• Understand the basic concepts and practices of technical drawing and develop a practical understanding of the blueprint reading required by the welding industry.
• Know the safety issues and fundamental use of machine tools in both manufacturing and repair environments.
• Understand the basic concepts and practices of producing drawings by Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).

As a result of participation in the second year of the Welding Technology program, learners will:

• Possess refined welding skills to meet code requirements for heavy plate and pipe welding.
• Understand materials structures; heat treatment processes; the composition of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys; and the effects of heat-treatments on metals.
• Know proper industrial quality control procedures with respect to welder qualification, welding procedure qualifications, materials control, and quality assurance organization.
• Possess theoretical and practical knowledge of fabricating techniques and cost estimation.
• Understand the principles of applied statics and strength of materials as they are related to weldments, weld testing, material testing, pressure vessels, beam selection, and related rigging.

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Welding Degree Program

Total Credits - 67

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Welding Technology Certificate (EVENINGS ONLY)

Successful completion of this program gives you the necessary welding skills required for employment as a combination welder, including SMAW pipe. AWS 3/8" Plate Bend test skills are required to enter the Weld III Advanced Pipe/Plate course.

Total Credits - 19

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Welding Technology Professional Certificate (DAYS ONLY)

The Professional Certificate in Welding Technology is designed to meet entry-level employment objectives for non-code welding and includes the courses required for the first year of the Associate Degree in Welding Technology.

Total Credits - 32

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