Welding Technology 3 & 4

(Manufacturing Pathway)
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 2

This course is for students who have demonstrated a strong interest in pursuing a career as a welder. This class will provide students with advanced instruction in Welding Technology including welding safety, oxyacetylene welding/cutting, plasma arc cutting, carbon arc cutting, exothermic cutting, stick welding (SMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), MIG welding (GMAW), and TIG welding (GTAW). Students will acquire improved skills in print reading and other technical information. Students successfully completing Welding Technology II may acquire an entry-level Welder’s Certification from the American Welding Society.

Students that complete this course are eligible to test for American Welding Society certification. This certification may be used to demonstrate competency for new graduation guidelines for the class of 2021 and beyond.

Welding instructor recommendation is required
Course fee: $40.00

Required safety equipment is the same as Welding Technology I

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE WELDING PROGRAM:

• Architect
• Auto-Body Specialist
• Engineer
• Iron Worker
• Sheet-Metal Worker
• Sculptor
• Pipefitter
• Machinist

Instructor: Glenn Ashley or Brecken Kinnemon