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American Welding Society Entry Level

Welding One-Year Certificate Program and AAS degree

Job Description:
This competency based program will provide an individual with the prerequisite knowledge, skills, work habits and attitude required
to perform routine, predictable, proceduralized tasks as defined by the American Welding Society. These entry-level welding
tasks involve motor skills and limited theoretical knowledge and are performed under close supervision. Course curriculum
follows the AWS specifications for qualification and certification of QC10-95 entry level welder. This program is one step on
the ladder of skills the trainees may achieve in their quest for a rewarding career. People who are creative and enjoy mind-hand
challenges will find opportunities for advancement and experience a great sense of pride in workmanship as they ply their trade.
Employment Opportunities:
The job outlook for welding is good regionally, nationally and globally. Entry level welders are employed in a wide range of
industries that use welding and welding-related tasks during daily operations.
Potential Earnings:
State employment data shows that the entry-level wage for Oregon Statewide is $11.81 with an average wage of $17.71 (annual
average of $36,829) and the top salary range being $24.38. National median hourly wages is $17.04 with wages ranging from
$11.51 to $25.82 per hour.
Program Requirements:
Program Requirements: The department recommends that students enter the program at the beginning of a scheduled term,
based on space availability. Some classes may not be offered every term. Acceptance into the program is based on COMPASS
placement test scores that demonstrate proficiency of basic math and high school level reading/writing skills. Because a variety
of working conditions exist in the welding field, a person generally should be in good physical condition and be able to stand,
stoop, kneel and bend. Good eyesight, especially depth perception, is necessary for a welder.

Learning Outcomes:

Role Descriptions: The Welding Program is designed for the person intending to work as an entry-level welder in a welding shop.
Intended Learning Outcomes: Welding Certificate
Learning experiences in this program are designed to assist the student in realizing the following outcomes:
1. Weld metals proficiently using five different processes:
a. Material processing (oxy-fuel welding and cutting, plasma, carbon air arc).
b. Oxy-fuel (welding and cutting).
c. Shielded metal arc welding.
d. Gas metal arc welding.
e. Gas tungsten welding.
2. Follow safe practices in performing all welding tasks.
3. Interpret written, schematic and numerical data to carry out customer specifications of a proposed welding
product; write technical work orders for fabrication.
4. Share in the responsibilities of maintaining a clean and orderly welding shop environment.
5. Perform the business functions of customer service and materials acquisition.
6. Manage a student portfolio to include skills students have learned.
Intended Learning Outcomes: Welding and Fabrication AAS Degree
1. Weld metals proficiently using five different processes:

a. Material processing (oxy-fuel welding and cutting, plasma, carbon air arc).

b. Oxy-fuel (welding and cutting).

c. Shielded metal arc welding.

d. Gas metal arc welding.

e. Gas tungsten welding.
2. Follow safe practices in performing all welding tasks.
3. Interpret written, schematic and numerical data to carry out customer specifications of a proposed welding.
product; write technical work orders for fabrication.
4. Share in the responsibilities of maintaining a clean and orderly welding shop environment.
5. Perform the business functions of customer service and materials acquisition.
6. Manage a student portfolio to include skills students have learned.
7. Use standard industrial equipment to make quality repairs and fabrication on different types of metals.
8. Assess, prioritize, and manage work tasks in fabrication and repair.

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Career Pathway Certificate in Welding

Course
Number
IT 140
WLD 100
WLD 101
WLD 102
WLD 103
WLD 104

Course Title
Industrial Safety ***
Materials Processing
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process
Gas Metal Arc Welding Process
Flux Core Arc Welding Process
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process
Total Credits:

Spring Winter Fall

Year One
Industrial
Safety ***
IT 140, 1 Cr.

Technical Print
Interpretation
DRF 139, 3 Cr.

Spring Winter Fall

Math for Applied Intermediate

or Algebra*
Science*
MTH 65, 4 Cr. MTH 95, 4 Cr.

Flux Core Arc

Welding Process
WLD 103, 6 Cr.

English
Composition**
WR 121, 4 Cr.

Psychology of
Human Relations
PSY 101, 3 Cr.

Gas Tungsten Arc

Welding Process
WLD 104, 6 Cr.

Cooperative Work
Experience
WLD 280, 2 Cr.

Materials
Processing
WLD 100, 2 Cr.

Arc Weld.
Shielded Metal Arc
Tech.
Welding Process
WLD 140, 1 Cr. WLD 101, 8 Cr.

Cooperative Work
Experience Seminar
WLD 281, 1 Cr.

Welding and Fabrication AAS Degree

Adv. Shielded
Metal Arc Weld.
WLD 205, 4 Cr.

Adv. Gas Metal

Arc Weld.
WLD 206, 4 Cr.

Adv. Flux Core

Arc Weld.
WLD 207, 4 Cr.

Adv. Gas Tungsten

Arc Weld. Process
WLD 208, 4 Cr.

Welding
Fabrication
WLD 209, 6 Cr.

* Minimum grade of C or higher.

AWS Entry Level Welding One-Year Certificate

Gas Metal Arc

Welding Process
WLD 102, 7 Cr.

Year Two

There are six additional Career Pathway

welding certificates: see pages 88-94

Credits
1
2
3
3
3
3
15

Pipe Welding
WLD 210.

Advanced
Composition
WR 122, 4 Cr.

or

Humanities/Social
Science Electives
Hum/SS List, 6 Cr.

Technical
Writing
WR 227, 4 Cr.

Computer Aided
Design I
DRF 213, 4 Cr.

Cooperative Work
Experience
WLD 280, 2 Cr.

Structural Steel Welding

WLD 220
Up to 8 Credits
and/or

Legend Notes:
* Minimum grade "C", "P" or higher. Math courses numbered higher than MTH 95 may be substituted.
** Minimum grade "C" or higher.
*** IT 140 uses CD-ROM training modules. Satisfactory completion of this class is required before taking classes in any of the
shop facilities.
Notes: The program addresses the application of technical writing skill as the trainee delivers written quality control reports
for each welding process workmanship sampling. Students demonstrate practical math applications throughout the program,
especially in the workmanship assessment projects.
Upon completion the trainees will receive a Certificate of Completion from AWS qualifying them as a nationally recognized
entry level welder. They will also be registered in the AWS databank for certificate verification purposes.

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Welding
Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:
IT 140 Industrial Safety (1 Cr.)
WLD 100 Materials Processing (2 Cr)
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 - 6 months (minimum 15 credits)
Classes:
IT 140 Industrial Safety (1 Cr.)
WLD 100 Materials Processing (2 Cr)
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (3 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor
Education, experience, and AWS
certification provide for career
advancement.

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)
Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

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Welding: Flux Core Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc
Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Careers

Welding: Flux Core Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc

Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

Length of Training:
Approximately 3 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

For additional information about Clatsop Community Colleges Career Pathways Programs and a link to
State of Oregon Employment Departments Occupation Profile Reports visit our website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/careerpathways

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Welding: Gas Metal Arc & Flux Core Arc

Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:

WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding: Gas Metal Arc & Flux Core Arc
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 - 6 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

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Welding: Gas Metal Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc
Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:

WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding: Gas Metal Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

For additional information about Clatsop Community Colleges Career Pathways Programs and a link to
State of Oregon Employment Departments Occupation Profile Reports visit our website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/careerpathways

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Welding: Shielded Metal Arc & Flux Core Arc

Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding: Shielded Metal Arc & Flux Core Arc
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 - 6 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 103 Flux Core Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

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Welding: Shielded Metal Arc & Gas Metal Arc
Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding: Flux Core Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 102 Gas Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

For additional information about Clatsop Community Colleges Career Pathways Programs and a link to
State of Oregon Employment Departments Occupation Profile Reports visit our website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/careerpathways

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Welding: Shielded Metal Arc & Gas Tungsten Arc

Starting Options
The following classes may be available at or through local high schools. Check with school for availability.
College Now/High School Articulation Courses:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Career Pathway Certificate

Welding: Shielded Metal Arc & Flux Core Arc
Length of Training:
Approximately 3 - 6 months (minimum 12 credits)
Classes:
WLD 101 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)
WLD 104 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (6 Cr)

Related Career Pathway Certificates

Six additional Welding Certificates are available.
See pages 88-94.

Careers
Tack Welder
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Entry-Level Assistant, Welding
Soldering, and Brazing Machine
Setter, Operator, or Tender
Entry-Level Welder, Entry-Level
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing
Machine Setter, Operator, or
Tender
Welder
Welding, Soldering and Brazing
Machine Setters
Metal or Plastic Worker
Sheet Metal Worker
Structural Iron and Steel Worker
Certified Welding Instructor

One Year Certificate (AWS Entry Level Welding)

Welding
Length of Training:
Approximately 9 months (minimum 48 credits)

Education, experience, and AWS

certification provide for career
advancement.

Classes:
Upon completion, trainee will receive a Certificate of
Completion from AWS, qualifying them as a nationally
recognized entry-level welder. Trainee is also qualified
to test to become a Certified Welder with the American
Welding Society (AWS).

AAS Degree (pending)

Welding/Fabrication Technology

For additional information about Clatsop Community Colleges Career Pathways Programs and a link to
State of Oregon Employment Departments Occupation Profile Reports visit our website:
www.clatsopcc.edu/careerpathways

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