UAS Academic CatalogWelding O.E.
Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka
The general Welding Occupational Endorsement allows students to learn a variety of welding techniques. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older to be admitted or have instructor permission.
General Welding
| Minimum Credit Hours | 9 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WELD S120 | Basic Welding | 3 |
| WELD S152 | Intermediate Welding | 3 |
| WELD S175 | Selected Topics in Advanced Welding | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to produce American Welding Society-compliant welds using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).
- Demonstrate the ability to set up and use SMAW, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, and Oxygen-Acetylene Welding processes.
- Apply safety protocols for workspace setup, ventilation, and Personal Protection Equipment use.