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Welding Technology Program

 

Welding Technology offers individuals independent training about contemporary processes and techniques used in welding. Welding serves industry in areas such as construction, manufacturing, and engineering. The program offers virtually all the welding and cutting processes used in production and repair in today’s industry. The equipment used, fundamentals of operation, and techniques recommended for all of the welding, cutting, and grinding that are commercially used are demonstrated and student applied within the lab.

 

Limited welding codes and specifications are introduced in producing a safe product. The codes and specifications that are available are only guidelines for general manufacturers. This in turn dictates the weld procedure specification required for each essential variable. Gas pressure, tip sizes, welding speeds, amperage and voltage setting, wire feed rates, electrode sizes, and inert gas selections are just some of the training arenas that the student is introduced to for a welding technician career. Welding technicians should be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Areas of Training:

 

• Orientation & Workplace Skills
• Blueprint - Welding Symbols
• (SMAW) Arc Welding (Steel Plate)
• (GTAW) Tig Welding (Steel/Alum) SS
• Shop Math & Communications Skills
• Oxy-Acetylene-Plasma Cutting
• (GMAW) Mig Welding (Steel Plate)
• (GMAW) Fluxcore-Metalcore Welding
• On-The-Job Training (OJT or Equivalent)

Advanced Training

 

• Pipe Welding
• (SMAW), (GMAW), (GTAW)
• Math & Communication Skills
• On-The-Job Training (OJT or Equivalent)

Program highlights

 

• 9 month program
• Strong job market outlook
• Opportunity to participate in state and national competitions through SkillsUSA student organization
• All hours earned in the certification program count toward an Associates of Applied Science
• Technical Scholarships are available (call for more information)

Program Information

 

Admission Requirements

Employment Potential

Instructional Staff

Program Goals

Technical Scholarships

Compass Testing

Tool List

Tuition and Fees

Helpful Welding Links

SkillsUSA

 

For additional information contact our instructor:

 

Todd Madl
Coffeyville Community College

Columbus Technical Campus

509 W. Elm Street

Columbus, KS  66725

620.429.3896 or

800.208.8324

 

Recommended Welding Technology Courses

 

(Secondary and Postsecondary Programs)

To complete the Associate in Applied Science Degree, the student must complete the technical program and the general education credit hours, which must be taken from the list approved by the General Education Committee. The Automotive Service Technology credit hours and the general education credit hours must total at least 64 credit hours.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

 

Students completing a technical program may desire to seek the Associate in Applied Sciences Degree.  In addition to completing a technical program, this degree also requires the completion of 18 hours in general education.  Complete degree requirements are available at this link.

Description of Courses

 

CONT-200. Welding Applications. Up to 4 Hours (0-196 Contact Hours). This course provides students with hands-on practice and skill development in various welding applications to prepare the student for a career in welding. This is a short course focused on Welding applications found in commercial and industrial settings.

 

WELD-111. Oxy Acetylene and Safety. 3 Hours (90 Contact Hours). This course is a lab course designed to give students practical work experience in Oxy Acetylene welding. Students will receive instruction for proper set-up and operation of Oxy Acetylene cutting and welding equipment to produce quality cuts and bevels on pipe of various thicknesses. This will include techniques of Oxy/Acetylene welding carbon steel pipe and soldering and brazing of copper pipe to medical gas standards. Related safety subjects will also be covered.

 

WELD-121. Shielded Metal Arc Welding I. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). An extensive study into the technology of systems used in today's field of welding - manufacturing, construction, power/energy, transportation, fabrication and piping processes. The format is lecture, demonstration, student application and evaluation.

 

WELD-122. Shielded Metal Arc Welding II. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). This course is a lab course designed to give students practical work experience in Shielded Metal Arc Welding. Students will receive instruction in electrodes used, the machines, striking the arc, running continuous beads, and positions used to weld in all positions on pipe.

 

WELD-141. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I. 6 Hours (170 Contact Hours). This course is a lab course designed to give students practical work experience in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG). Students will learn to properly set up and operate TIG welding equipment to weld in all positions on pipe.

 

WELD-201. Gas Metal Arc Welding I. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). Emphasis on safety procedures, metallurgical aspects and blueprints associated with metal inert gas (MIG) welding and shielded metal arc (SMAW) welding are discussed.

 

WELD-207. On-the-Job Training (OJT or OJT Equivalent). Up to 4 Hours (0-195 Contact Hours). Students demonstrating excellent attendance, attitude and mastery of core curriculum competencies may be considered for on-the-job training experience. Through the cooperation of local businesses, students are given the opportunity to apply the skills required for their future career. Class attendance is also required.

 

WELD-211. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II. 6 Hours (170 Contact Hours). Technology and theory on how to set up and use TIG welding equipment. Knowledge of aluminum, stainless and steel materials used in code welding for ASME and AWS code tests.

 

WELD-222. Fluxed Cored Arc Welding I. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). Emphasis is on maintenance and safety of equipment, setting up and using all types of MIG and Fluxcored equipment, passing test bends in 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G, and using 3/8" which will lead to certification.

 

WELD-231. Gas Metal Arc Welding II. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). This course is a lab course designed to give students practical work experience in Gas Metal Arc Welding. Students will study the various components of this welding process, will learn to properly set up and operate MIG welding equipment to weld in all positions and produce quality pipe welds.

 

WELD-232. Fluxed Cored Arc Welding II. 5 Hours (140 Contact Hours). This course is a lab course designed to give students practical work experience in Fluxed Cored Arc Welding. Students will receive instruction for proper setup and operation of Fluxed Cored Arc welding equipment to produce quality pipe welds of various thicknesses. Related safety subjects will also be covered.

 

WELD-242. Pipe Layout and Blueprint Reading. 1 hour (30 Contact Hours). This course is a study of industrial production and fabrication of piping formations and processes. Emphasis is placed on terminology, symbols, and industry standard welding processes. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret plans and drawings used in industry and the application of fabrication and layout skills. Prerequisite: The successful completion of bend tests in SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW courses.

Employment Potential

 

Welding is a specialized technique used for joining metallic parts usually through the application of heat. Modern fusion welding processes are an outgrowth of the need to obtain a continuous joint on steel plates. In fusing welding, a heat source generates sufficient heat to create and maintain a molten pool of metal of the required size. A welding technician must have the required ability and talent to perform any welding process. Working independently, time and expertise must be responsible and well-managed. Good interpersonal skills for interacting with a welding crew are critical. U.S. Department of labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupation Handbook

Program Goals

 

Students who successfully complete this program should be able to:

 

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Instructional Staff

 

Todd Madl, Welding Instructor

 

Todd Madl has experience in welding pipe to the most stringent codes in process piping construction. Todd is a certified welder with SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding certifications and is also a licensed pipefitter with the National Center for Construction Education and Research. Todd works with industry experts to stay informed on current trends, changes in technology, and application of current technology in the field.

Tool Requirements

 

Cost of tools are the responsibility of the Students

Helpful Welding Technology Link

 

The Industrial Projects Report

 

United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry

 

American Welding Society

 

Divers Institute of Technology

 

Miller - Welding Equipment

 

Lincoln Electric

 

Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America

 

Balcones Forge Association

 

Houston Area Blacksmith's Association

 

National Ornamental Metal Museum

 

Hobart Institute of Welding Technology

 

History of Welding

 

Jay Leno Promotes Welding - You Tube link