Overview

Welding II students focus on completing the AWS (American Welding Society) Sense Level 1 industry certification. Welding Technology II builds on the skills covered in Welding Technology I, and successful students have opportunities to complete internships at local companies during the spring semester. Instructional activities may include working on school and client projects to expose students to real world situations. OSHA standards and guidelines endorsed by AWS are used to enforce safety at all times..

 

Next Steps

Students who earn the Ivy Tech Certificate in Structural Welding are invited to participate in Ivy Tech Richmond’s graduation ceremony, celebrating their accomplishments alongside college graduates. From there, students can continue their education to earn a Technical Certificate in Welding Technology or pursue an Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology. Other pathways include entering full-time employment, beginning an apprenticeship, joining the military, or continuing their education and skill development through on-the-job training and college opportunities.

 

Industry Certifications

AWS (American Welding Society) Entry Level Welding – Sense

  • Entry Level Welder in SMAW
  • Entry Level Welder in GMAW
  • Entry Level Welder in FCAW
  • Entry Level Welder in GTAW

Testing required. Fees may apply. Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways certification.

 

Dual College Credits

  • WELD 208 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
    Ivy Tech  |  3 credits
    Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits.
  • WELD 273 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II
    Ivy Tech  |  3 credits
    Co/Pre-requisite applies. Teacher recommendation required. Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits.

Postsecondary Credential

Ivy Tech Certificate (CT) in Structural Welding

 

Student Evaluation

After the completion of two years in the program, students are evaluated on technical and essential skills. The Technical Skills Evaluation documents the Welding Technology skills learned. The Essential Skills Evaluation documents the workplace skills all WCC students learn. The documents were developed by WCC teachers, in cooperation with business partners and industry advisory committees, and are updated each year.

 

Welding Technology Technical Skills Evaluation

WCC Essential Skills Evaluation