Welding Technology, Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_WELD
Control Number: 03982
Financial Aid Eligible
The Certificate of Achievement program in Welding Technology is for those who desire advanced knowledge of welding for employment as welding technicians.
Welding inspectors, welding engineers, welding supervisors, and advanced welders. Students also completing the required general education requirements and electives may earn the Associate in Science degree. In addition, many OCC welding courses are transferable and can be used by those students who are interested in the welding engineering degree program at Ohio State University. Whatever the case, a person’s chances for the job of their choice are much higher when they have the technical background as evidenced by earning our Certificate of Achievement in welding.
Complete the Welding Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcomes
- Acquire the necessary skills training for proficiency in taking a welding qualification test for certification which may be required for employment.
- Improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ENGL A100 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| WELD A100 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | 3-4 |
| or WELD A101 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | |
| WELD A120 | Mathematics & Fabrication Layout for Welders | 4 |
| WELD A180 | Blueprint Reading | 2-3 |
| or MACH A120 | Measurement and Blueprint Reading | |
| WELD A200 | Advanced Welding | 3-4 |
| or WELD A201 | Advanced Welding | |
| WELD A210 | Welding Inspection and Testing | 4 |
| WELD A220 | Welding Specifications and Codes | 2 |
| WELD A230 | Welding Metallurgy | 3 |
| Restricted Electives - Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Level 1 | ||
| Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Level 2 | ||
| Pipe Welding Level 1 | ||
| Pipe Welding Level 2 | ||
| Pipe Welding Level 3 | ||
| Pipe Welding Level 4 | ||
| Total Units | 27-30 | |
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Program Major Units | 27-30 |
| AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Minimum Degree Units | 60 |
Welding Technology Suggested Electives
WELD A115 Arc and Oxy-acetylene Welding Practice Level 1
WELD A215 Advanced Arc and Oxy-Acetylene Level 1
WELD A255 Orbital Welding Level 1
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| WELD A100 or WELD A101 |
Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding or Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding |
3-4 |
| ENGL A100 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA C1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 12-13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| WELD A200 or WELD A201 |
Advanced Welding or Advanced Welding |
3-4 |
| WELD A230 | Welding Metallurgy | 3 |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra (or higher) 1 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra |
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| OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15-18 | |
| Summer | ||
| MACH A120 or WELD A180 |
Measurement and Blueprint Reading or Blueprint Reading |
2-3 |
| WELD A220 | Welding Specifications and Codes | 2 |
| Units | 4-5 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| WELD A120 | Mathematics & Fabrication Layout for Welders | 4 |
| AS RESTRICTED ELECTIVES - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 16-17 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| WELD A210 | Welding Inspection and Testing | 4 |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3 | 9 | |
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 60-66 | |
- 1
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2
- 2
OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
- 3
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS