The purpose of the Welding program is to prepare individuals for employment in the field of welding. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding including oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, plasma arc cutting, blueprint reading, weld symbols, and joints. After completion of this program, the student will have covered the skills designated by the American Welding Society (AWS) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder Test.
CIP Code: 480508
Program Type: Diploma
Program Length: 61 Semester Credit Hours
Program Learning Outcomes
Degree Options
Contact Information
Jonathan Darbonne
jonathan.darbonne@sowela.edu
(337) 421-6592 ext. 4312