Gas and Electric Welding

The LAPC, Associate of Science in Gas and Electric Welding is a full-time program designed for individuals seeking entry level positions the field of welding. Students enrolling in the program should be able to commit to full-time student status, which is approximately 15 units per week. This time commitment is necessary to allow for hands-on training with the lab applications used during instruction. An Associate of Science degree in Gas and Electric Welding is awarded for successful completion of 60 units minimum in the required courses below with a “C” or better grade in each course. Upon successful completion of this program a student will have the necessary skills for welding all position, which include flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead on a regulated welding plate. This program prepares the student for fabrication, construction, job shops, entry to mid-level related jobs, and transfer eligibility to a higher learning institution for a Baccalaureate (Bachelor’s Degree), in Industrial Technology. This program gives students skills and knowledge needed to either enter, or advance their careers in Gas and Electric Welding in today’s job market. The Gas and Electric Welding program at Pierce College offers students the opportunity to learn hands-on, technical, and calculation skills that can be applied in a multitude of industry occupations such automotive, construction, transportation, aerospace, and the medical field. All courses have been offered on a regular basis, most welding courses are offered every semester. Summer classes have been offered in the past. Students should have no problem with availability of classes to complete certificate requirements.

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Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement (CoA) program, successful students will be able to: • Perform trade calculations related to welding construction and maintenance work. • Work independently and interdependently to safely accomplish shared professional outcomes. • Students will be knowledgeable, and demonstrate welding skills using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) techniques to weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead position using E7018 electrode. • Students will have the necessary skill for welding all positions that are related to plate. • Students will have the knowledge, aptitude, and skills necessary for employment in welding. • Students will be able to set-up and operate Shielded Metal Arc Welding equipment, and demonstrate welding techniques. • Use hand and power tools to perform welding construction and maintenance work, such as grinders, sanders, drill press, and band saw.

Ind Tek 161 Oxy-Acetylene Welding I 3 Ind Tek 261 Arc Welding I 3 Ind Tek 262 Arc Welding II 3 Ind Tek 361 Tungsten Inert Gas Welding I 3 Ind Tek 362 Tungsten Inert Gas Welding II 3 Ind Tek 461 Advanced Arc Welding I 3 Ind Tek 462 Advanced Arc Welding II 3 Choose One (1) Elective from the following Restrictive Elective EGD Tek 101: Engineering Graphics 3 Ind Tek 105: Industrial Print Reading with GD & T 3 Int Tek 130: Technology of Metal Machining Processes I 3 Ind Tek 140: Fundamentals of CNC Technology 3 Ind Tek 346 CAM Programming Using SURFCAM 3

Industrial Technology Department

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