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Associate of Applied Science: 2011–2012 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: $32,770–$54,880 / 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 212 | Welding I Practice | 2 |
| WELD 221 | Welding II | 3 |
| WELD 222 | Welding II Practice | 2 |
| WELD 231 | Welding III | 3 |
| WELD 232 | Welding III Practice | 2 |
| WELD 241 | Welding IV | 3 |
| WELD 242 | Welding IV Practice | 2 |
| WELD 250 | Welding Certification Preparation | 1-12 |
| Choose 4-11 units from the following electives: | ||
| ET 131 | DC for Electronics | 4 |
| MTT 105 | Machine Shop I | 3 |
| or WELD 151 | Metallurgy I | |
| WELD 224 | Welding Projects | 1-6 |
| WELD 290 | Internship in Welding | 1-4 |
| WELD: Related Welding Courses | 1-3 | |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirement |
6 | |
|
Human Relations Requirement Recommended: BUS 110 |
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. | ||