Welding Technology

Students in Welding Technology

Course Description

Students in Welding Technology attend half-day 130-minute sessions for 1.5 units of credit. The 4-semester program includes safety, Oxy-fuel Welding, Cutting and Brazing, Arc Welding, Mig Welding, Flame and Plasma Cutting. Punch, Shear, and Break operations, Metallurgy, Work Ethics and practical Math and Science applications through job practice. The beginning semester students will learn safety, Gas Welding & Cutting and tool & equipment use and process.

Program LengthProgram TimesHigh School Credits
Four SemestersAM: 8:20-10:45
PM: 1:15-3:40		15 Elective Credits
College Credit
Capstone

Capstone completion: 2 semesters

Industry Certifications

Two Welding Mini-Certificates through EGTC

GMAW exitGTAW exit
WEL 1000
WEL 1001
WEL 2001		WEL 1000
WEL 1001
WEL 1024
Related Careers
  • Aircraft Industry Welder
  • Artist
  • Auto Body Repair Technician
  • Pipefitter/Welder
  • Sheet Metal Work
  • Welding Inspector
  • Iron Worker
  • Custom Fabricator
Welding Technology Faculty
Name Title Department Email
Art Padilla Teacher Welding Technology arthur_padilla@dpsk12.net

Speak with your school counselor about attending part-time or contact CEC Counselor, Zachary Williams for more information.