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Associate of Applied Science: 2010–2011 Catalog Year
Welding Technology
Associate of Applied Science
The Welding Technology program is a preparation program which offers students competencies to prepare for code exams. This allows students with varying degrees of competencies to enter the program and progress at their own pace. Students are encouraged to obtain as many lab hours as possible to ensure their skill development.
Salary: $30,180–$47,250 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Slightly slower than average growth
Good To Know: Certification required for many jobs
Total Requirements: 63 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 39 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| DFT 100 | Basic Drafting Principles | 3 |
| WELD 211 | Welding I | 3 |
| WELD 212B | Welding I Practice | 2 |
| WELD 221 | Welding II | 3 |
| WELD 222B | Welding II Practice | 2 |
| WELD 231B | Welding III | 3 |
| WELD 232B | Welding III Practice | 2 |
| WELD 241B | Welding IV | 3 |
| WELD 242B | Welding IV Practice | 2 |
| WELD 250B | Welding Certification Preparation | 1-12 |
| Choose 4-11 credits from the following electives: | ||
| ET 131B | DC for Electronics | 4 |
| MTT 105B | Machine Shop I | 3 |
| or WELD 151B | Metallurgy I | |
| WELD 224B | Welding Projects | 1-6 |
| WELD 290B | Internship in Welding | 1-4 |
| Related Welding Courses | 1-3 | |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirement |
6 | |
|
Human Relations Requirement Recommended: BUS 110B |
3 | |
| Humanities/Social Science Requirements | 3 | |
| Mathematics Requirements | 3 | |
| Science Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science page. | ||