Applied Technology
The Welding Technology program is an industry-driven, hands-on program that prepares individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector.
Comprehensive full- and part-time programs are available, thus enabling current workforce members to improve their technical skills and develop professionally while helping their employers become more competitive. This program operates in partnership with the Robert C. Byrd Institute and its campuses in Huntington, WV.
The welding program delivers skills that an individual needs to be successful in industry. Welding is taught using an instructional hands-on approach with intensive student instructor interaction. The best way to learn to weld is by actually welding. Therefore, the focus is put on work done outside the traditional classroom by using a shop setting, providing the student a true feel for workplace welding expectations and standards. A major focus of the curriculum is safety and this program teaches individuals how to protect themselves and their environment while completing the job. Students learn a variety of welding methods including TIG, MIG, and SMAW, as well as metal cutting techniques to ensure they have the necessary skills expected by employers.
The welding technical training coursework is complimented by courses in interpersonal communications, technical report writing, computer skills and technical math skills. This program provides new welders a firm foundation to earn the American Welding Society (AWS) certification and thrive in the field.
Entry-level positions for which graduates will compete include:
General purpose machinery manufacturing
Program Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate a safety attitude and conduct himself/herself in a safe way in the classroom and shop.
2. Apply mathematical skills appropriate to welding.
3. Read and interpret blueprints used in the weld shop.
4. Select and use the correct tools in the weld shop.
5. Identify and describe the function of basic weld types.
6. Complete assigned projects in the assigned time.
7. Demonstrate appropriate improvement in skills while welding.
8. Complete all welding projects on time.
9. Demonstrate a positive attitude and work habits in a professional manner.
10. Apply knowledge and skills in fundamentals of welding, basic to specialized.
11. Demonstrate mathematical skills appropriate for welding applications.
12. Demonstrate a positive attitude and work habits in a professional manner.
13. Understand and use shielded metal arc welding.
14. Understand and use gas metal arc welding.
15. Understand and use flux cored welding.
16. Understand and use stick pipe welding; uphill and downhill
17. Show understanding and ability to troubleshoot and correct a weld.
18. Know and apply welding nomenclature.
19. Determine type of weld needed for specific situations.
20. Demonstrate the ability to adjust to changing procedures and updates to processes.
The college adheres to an open admission policy which means applications with a high school diploma or GED are eligible for admission. Applicants with neither a high school diploma nor GED may be admitted on a conditional basis.