# Welding (A.S. Degree)

Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Industrial Technology and Transportation

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#### Welding Associate of Science

The Associate in Science in Welding is designed to prepare students for optimal success in technical careers in an environment that will encourage a lifelong pursuit of learning. Upon completion of the associate’s degree program, graduates will be eligible for entry-level employment in welding, fabrication, and manufacturing environments. Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a "C" or "P" grade in each course, the student will be eligible for an Associate of Science Degree in welding.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   1\. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and safety principles required for employment in the welding industry.

-   2\. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in blueprint reading, layout, and welding skills required in the welding industry.

-   3\. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to complete American Welding Society's (AWS) certification outlined in AWS D1.1.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Welding Associate of Science: Complete all of the following** | | 37-38 |
| **Core Courses: Complete all of the following** | | 32 |
| WELD B1A | Oxygen-Acetylene Welding and Cutting | 2 |
| WELD B1B | Introduction to the Welding Processes | 2 |
| WELD B53A | Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD B53B | Shielded Metal Arc Welding 2 | 2 |
| WELD B54A | Blueprint Reading for Welders and Machinists | 3 |
| WELD B55A | Structural Plate Certification I | 2 |
| WELD B55B | Structural Plate Certification II | 2 |
| WELD B55C | Pipe Certification API 1104 | 2 |
| WELD B65AB | Welded Steel Structures | 3 |
| WELD B71 | Independent Topics in Welding | 2 |
| WELD B74A | Introduction to GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) | 2 |
| INDR B12 | Introduction to Drafting and CAD | 2 |
| INDT B10 | Industrial Technology Careers | 3 |
| OSRM B10 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| **List A** | | 5-6 |
| MFGT B1AB | Machine Tool Processes | 3 |
| WELD B54B | Template Development and Layout for the Welder | 3 |
| WELD B55D | Pipe Certification ASME Section IX | 2 |
| WELD B74B | Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 2 |