• Blueprint reading
• Gas metal arc (MIG/semiauto/flux core)
• Gas tungsten arc (TIG/ferrous/nonferrous)
• Measurement (fractions/decimals)
• Metal layout/fabrication
• Oxyacetylene (cutting/welding/brazing)
• Pipe welding
• Plasma cutting
• Shielded metal arc (stick welding)
• Types of welding joints

Additional information about Welding occupations can be found by logging on to Xello.

Welding Curriculum

Students in Welding Technology may receive academic credit by successfully completing the two-year program. Students who qualify can earn credit in:
 

Credits are awarded by the student's local school district. Students should check with their high school counselor to confirm the credit.

• Cutter
• Metal fabricator
• Pipefitter
• Underwater Welder
• Welder
• Welding engineer
• Welding machine operator
• Welding instructor

• Additional information about Welding occupations can be found by logging on to Xello.

Although students may obtain on-the-job training through entry-level employment, it is recommended that students seek formal advanced education through apprenticeships, certificate programs, and two- and four-year colleges.

TEC's Welding program articulates college credit through Ferris State University and SC4.