Welding Technology-AAS

• Master Advanced Welding Techniques – Perform high-quality welds in all positions using a variety of welding processes, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), meeting industry standards for structural and aesthetic welds.
• Expertly Execute Cutting Processes – Make precise cuts using advanced techniques such as Oxygen Fuel Cutting (OFC), Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), and Air Carbon Arc Cutting (ACC), ensuring minimal waste and optimal results for various applications.
• Interpret Advanced Welding Blueprints – Read, interpret, and apply detailed welding blueprints, symbols, and specifications to accurately fabricate and assemble welded components, integrating design requirements and customer specifications.
• Pipe Layout and Welding – Plan and execute pipe layout and welding, demonstrating expertise in fitting, aligning, and welding pipes in various con­figurations and materials, including pipe bending and welding in multiple positions.
• Advanced Welding Metallurgy – Apply in-depth knowledge of welding metallurgy to understand how different materials behave under welding processes, selecting the appropriate materials and techniques to prevent defects and enhance weld quality.
• Welding Process Optimization – Analyze and optimize welding parameters (e.g., heat input, electrode choice, shielding gasses) to improve weld strength, appearance, and efficiency while minimizing costs and defects.
• Quality Control and Inspection – Implement ad­vanced quality control techniques, using nonde­structive testing methods (e.g., X-ray, ultrasonic testing, dye penetrant testing) to assess weld integrity and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Leadership and Supervision in Welding Operations – Manage welding projects, supervise welding teams, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and maintain production schedules, while mentoring junior welders and promoting best practices.
• Workplace Safety and Environmental Compliance – Adhere to OSHA guidelines and industry safety standards, ensuring compliance with environmen­tal regulations, and fostering a culture of safety in the welding environment.
• Advanced Welding Applications – Apply welding techniques to specialized applications (e.g., aero­space, automotive, pipeline welding), understand­ing the unique materials, design considerations, and industry-specific standards involved.
• Professional Development and Industry Certifica­tion – Prepare for industry-recognized certifica­tions, such as those offered by the American Welding Society (AWS), and engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with emerging welding technologies and practices.

Note: Students who have credit for WELD 136 from previous course enrollment or CTE college credit, contact a GBC advisor. Course requirement for WELD 110: 5.5 units of WELD 110 or 2.5 units of WELD 110 and 3 units of WELD 136.