Manufacturing Welding I, Certificate
The Manufacturing Technology: Welding I Certificate is designed to develop within the student practical skills in precision measurement, tungsten inert gas, and basic welding. Such entry-level manufacturing welding positions include, but are not limited to: manufacturing welder technician trainee, production welder/fitter trainee and fabricator trainee. The core competencies of manufacturing production taught in this program are based on the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council criteria. The MSSC is an industry-led, training, assessment and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line production and material handling workers.
TECH.V63A
Outcomes
Identify a safe workplace in the manufacturing industry
Identify geometric symbols in blueprint reading
Identify Lean manufacturing concepts in the manufacturing process
Explain quality in the manufacturing process
Explain the history of the manufacturing industry from the Industrial Revolution to current
Demonstrate safe work habits in the operation of welding, cutting, and fabrication
Evaluate proper methods required for strong welds and accurate cuts
Formulate welding symbols and effectively demonstrate their use
Explain the proper setup and use of gases for the various types of welds
Program Requirements
Major Courses
A higher level mathematics course may be substituted.
Choose one
| WELD 2062 | Fillet Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
| WELD 2072 | Groove Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
| WELD 2172 | Pipe Weld Special Problems | 2 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 29
Suggested Course Sequence
0-15 credit hours
| MAFT 1112 | Intro to Manufacturing and Safety | 2 Credits |
| MAFT 1222 | Quality and Measurement | 2 Credits |
| MAFT 1232 | Manufacturing Processes | 2 Credits |
| MAFT 1312 | Intro to Manufacturing Maintenance | 2 Credits |
16-30 credit hours
| WELD 1114 | Basic Welding | 4 Credits |
| MCHN 1311 | Precision Measurement | 1 Credit |
| MATH 1103 | Technical Mathematics | 3 Credits |
WELD
| Welding Special Problems Course | 2 Credits |
31-45 credit hours
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