# Welding Technology (Certificate of Career Preparation)

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Welding

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=184

Credits: 9.0

The program of studies in Welding Technology is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in welding methods currently used in the welding fabrication industry. Students will be taught the manipulative skills and the technical knowledge required to operate oxyacetylene, shielded electric arc, MIG, TIG, and semiautomatic flame cutting. They will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the welding industry

## Program Outcomes

1.  Acquired fundamental grounding in communications, science, mathematics, humanities, the social sciences, and self-development in preparation for an occupation, and possible transfer to a four-year institution.
2.  Students will be able to locate and use charts, index, and table of contents to answer open book questions to prepare them for the exam. Students will be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of welding concepts.

### Program Requirements

#### Required Courses - Total 9 Credits

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WEL 120 | Introductory Welding Principles and Practices | 3 |
| WEL 121 | Resistance Welding and Special Welding Applications | 3 |
| WEL 122 | Principles and Practices of Metal Technology and Professional Welding | 3 |