Welding Technology | AAS
This program, the Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology, prepares students for a career in the manufacturing, fabrication, and structural steel industries. The program includes hands-on application of SMAW, GMAW, Oxy Fuel, FCAW, GTAW and Robotic Weld processes, using ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and evaluated to AWS D1.1 structural steel code or other codes (ASME sect. IX, API 1104, etc.) as appropriate. The program’s curriculum is aligned to AWS national standards for entry level welders and includes safety, blueprint reading, and welding procedure specifications. Upon successful completion of all competencies, students will have the opportunity to test for numerous AWS and ASME certifications. Students may incur additional fees for testing for these certifications.
Degree
Associate of Applied Science
Credits
68
Locations
Sioux City
Cherokee
Denison Campus
Admissions Advisor
Career Navigator
lorena.carmona@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3301
Sioux City Campus, Admissions
Book Appointment
Career Information
Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
Required Classes
For a list of current required classes, visit our catalog at:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=10&poid=2340&returnto=752
Faculty and Staff
Welding Instructor
jered.frenchman@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3151
Sioux City Campus, ITC
Director of Building Trades and Apprenticeship
kevin.woockman@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3119
Sioux City Campus, Room B118
Estimated Cost of Attending
* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.
** The cost of books varies per program.