Welding Technology, AAS (WLDTD)

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The Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology provides training in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding-Gas Shielded (FCAW-GS), Flux Core Arc Welding-Self Shielded (FCAW-SS), and Thermal Cutting Processes. Students who complete the Welding Technology, AAS, will be prepared for certification testing in specific welding codes such as AWS D1.1, API 1104, and ASME Section IX. For additional information regarding the Welding, AAS, see the Welding webpage.

The Welding program is located on the Neal Campus in Kingman, and at the extended campus located at River Valley High School in Fort Mohave, Arizona.

Note: For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution.

General Education Requirements: 15-16

ENG 101 - English Composition I Credits: (3)
Choose one additional Communications course from the AAS General Education Checklist Credits: (3)
BUE 110 - Business Math Credits: (3)
Choose one Global Awareness course from the AAS General Education Checklist Credits: (3-4)
CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems Credits: (3)

Core Program Requirements

Welding Elective Requirements: 32

Certificates Required: 36

Total Degree Credits: 83-84

Guided Pathway

The following pathway provides recommended courses to complete this program, see the Welding Technology, AAS Guided Pathway . A full list of course options is listed on the program of study. It is important to consult an advisor regarding any advising concerns in order to maintain the established program path and/or possible transfer goals.