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916 - Welding Technology (AOS)

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School of Applied Technology

Program Description

This high-tech program focuses on welding processes performed in all positions on both plate and pipe. You will learn proper safety methods, required math, related skills, layout and fit up, welding codes and standards, welding inspection, testing, and drawing/welding symbol interpretation.

The first year, students will complete AWS Level I standards for an entry-level welder. The second year will take students toward AWS Level II -advanced welder and expert welder. Additional techniques such as high-pressure vessel and high-pressure pipe will be taught, as well as other advanced welding techniques.

Program Advantages

The welding technology program is taught according to the standards set by the American Welders Society (AWS) and is AWS-certified

Professional Outlook

Employment and continuing education rate of 100 percent – 83 percent are employed; 17 percent continued their education.

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

  • Industrial welder

  • Steel construction

  • Equipment repair

  • Self-employment

  • Fabrication welder

  • Structural welder

Continuing Education Opportunities

Alfred State welding technology graduates may enter directly into construction supervision BTech or the technology management BBA degree program. Graduates who have credit for freshman composition, statistics, literature, history, and speech may complete the BBA program in two additional years; others may complete the BBA program in two-and-one-half years.

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Title

Department Chair, Wellsville

Name

Bradley Thompson

Email

thompsbj@alfredstate.edu

Title

Department Chair, Northland

Name

Guy Hughson

Email

hughsogr@alfredstate.edu