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Welding Technology
Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. In this process, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. Because of its strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities. Welding is also essential in construction, where it is used to join beams, build bridges, and connect pipes in pipelines, power plants, and refineries.
- Career Path
- Construction Industry & Manufacturing
Programs
Welding Technology, A.A.S.
The Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) is designed to offer students the necessary skills and technical training related to welding quality, welding metallurgy, and managing complex welding projects for the welding industry. The award embeds the American Welding Society and Schools Excelling Through National Skills Education (SENSE guidelines and specifications) to train student welders for entry-level and advanced welder certifications. The welding industry is fueled by the growth in manufacturing and industrial construction. Specialized skills related to welding metallurgy, welding inspection, and codes/specifications and certifications are in high demand.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Students will be able to:
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Demonstrate knowledge of Safety Rules and Regulations as they apply to a welding environment.
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Interpret and Decode Information Found in Blueprints, Specifications, and Applicable Documents Related to Welding Projects.
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Exhibit Knowledge in the proper selection, Use, and Application of Welding Apparatus and Equipment.
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Fabricate parts and components using information provided in blueprints and specifications.
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- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
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- Cost
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Combination Pipe Welding, C1
The Welding Technology program is designed to offer students the necessary skills for entry level positions in the welding industry. There is an increasing demand for skilled welders in the fields of MIG (Metal Inert Gas), TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), and Pipe welding.
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- Duration
- Three semester (Full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 36
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Structural Welding, C1
The Welding Technology program is designed to offer students the necessary skills for entry level positions in the welding industry. There is an increasing demand for skilled welders in the fields of MIG (Metal Inert Gas), TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), and Pipe welding.
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- Duration
- Two semester (Full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 24
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Welding Automation, C1
Welding Automation Certificate is designed to train students on the use of robots to increase the performance of the production of welds. This automation welding process increases the speed, precision, quality, and also minimizes the chance of errors or inconsistent welds compared to manual welding. Students will learn about blueprint reading, 3D modeling, welding inspection, welding standards, and robotic arm programming.
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- Duration
- Two semesters (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Hybrid
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- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 24
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Career Outlook
This overview highlights key labor market indicators for University Transfer and Workforce Training careers in this field in the Houston area, including the number of currently employed, the median annual salary for the occupation, and the job growth.
Average Salary
50th percentile (median) salary range in the Houston area.
Currently Employed
20,589 currently employed in the Greater Houston area.
Projected Growth
2% projected growth for 2026-2030.