Welding Technology – Diploma (D50420)
The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metalworking industry.
Instruction includes consumable and non- consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses may include math, print reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non- destructive testing providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.
Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment.
BCC also offers a Welding Technology Certificate option.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester #1 | ||
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| WLD 110 | Cutting Processes | 2 |
| WLD 115AB | SMAW (Stick) Plate | 3 |
| WLD 117 | Industrial SMAW | 3 |
| WLD 131 | GTAW (TIG) Plate | 4 |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Spring Semester #1 | ||
| WLD 115BB | SMAW (Stick) Plate | 2 |
| WLD 121 | GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate | 4 |
| WLD 132 | GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe | 3 |
| WLD 141 | Symbols & Specifications | 3 |
| Semester Total | 12 | |
| Summer Semester #1 | ||
| WLD 231 | GTAW (TIG) Pipe | 3 |
| WLD 262 | Inspection and Testing | 3 |
| MAT 110 | Math Measurement and Literacy | 3 |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS | 36 | |

