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Submitter's Information

Name

Osvaldo Del Valle

Title

Dean of Instruction

Region

Central/Mother Lode

College

Porterville College

CTE Dean

CTE Dean's Name

Osvaldo Del Valle

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Program Details

Program Title

Welding COA

Submission Type

New Program

TOPs Code

Welding Technology (095650)

Projected Start Date

08/19/24

Catalog Description

The goal of the welding certificate program is to provide an opportunity for students to complete a short-term, intensive,hands-on program preparing them for employment and/or advancement within management career patterns in the Welding industry.

Enrollment Completer Projections

The increased demand for welders and certification in the industry is likely driven by several factors. Welding is a critical skill in various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure. Many employers prefer or require certified welders to ensure the competence and reliability of their workforce. Certification Standards: Certification ensures that welders meet industry standards for quality and safety. Many employers prefer or require certified welders to ensure the

Program Proposal Attributes

Program Award Type(s) (Check all that apply)
  • Certificate of Achievement: 8 to fewer than 16 semester (or 12 to fewer than 24 quarter) units (B)
Program Goal

The increased demand for welders and certification in the industry is likely driven by several factors. Welding is a critical skill in various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure. Many employers prefer or require certified welders to ensure the competence and reliability of their workforce. Certification Standards: Certification ensures that welders meet industry standards for quality and safety. Many employers prefer or require certified welders to ensure the competence and reliability of their workforce. The program helps to develop critical thinking skills, and knowledge of theory, technical procedures, and welding assemblies. Program Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate proficiency in oxyacetylene welding and cutting (OFW and OFC), Shielded Metal ArcWelding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process; demonstrate safety practices and knowledge in industrial welding technology. Required Core Courses: (12 units) Weld P113 Stainless Steel Welding 3 Weld P114 Blueprint Reading 3 Weld P116 Arc & Gas Welding 3 Weld P118 Inert Gas Arc Welding 3

Course Units and Hours

Total Certificate Units (Minimum and Maximum)

12

Units for Degree Major or Area of Emphasis (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Total Units for Degree (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Course Report

Program Requirements Narrative

Program Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate proficiency in oxyacetylene welding and cutting (OFW and OFC), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process; demonstrate safety practices and knowledge in industrial welding technology. Required Core Courses: (12 units) Weld P113 Stainless Steel Welding 3 Weld P114 Blueprint Reading 3 Weld P116 Arc & Gas Welding 3 Weld P118 Inert Gas Arc Welding 3

Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnitsYear/Semester
(Y1 or S1)
WELD P113
Stainless Steel Weld
3
1
WELD P114
Blue Print Reading
3
1
WELD P116
Arc and Gas Welding
3
1
WELD P118
Inert Gas Arc Welding
3
1




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Published at

05/06/24 - 09:52 AM

Status

Recommended

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