Vocational - Construction
4 courses · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
VCNST 101 Introduction to Welding
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- 0
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- 18 Lecture, 108 Lab
This is a basic course designed to introduce students to shop safety, the proper use of tools and basic equipment, and basic fundamentals through the introduction of various welding processes currently used in the welding and metal fabrication industry. Processes will include Oxy-fuel cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Eight (8) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. This course will prepare students for Santa Ana College credit course WELD 125 Intermediate Electric Arc Welding and WELD 181 Pipe Welding Fundamentals.
VCNST 610 Vocational Construction Technology Module I
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- 60-200 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: VBUS 340 Career Exploration course section that is specifically used for the Vocational Construction Technology program orientation.
Provides basic introduction to construction technology including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, CPR and first aid, and the proper use of hand and power tools. Introduces basic theory and tools used with materials. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%.
VCNST 620 Vocational Construction Technology Module II
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- 0
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- 60-200 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: VBUS 340 Career Exploration course section that is specifically used for the Vocational Construction Technology program orientation.
- Corequisite
- Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: VCNST 610 Vocational Construction Technology Module I.
This course is a continuation of VCNST 610 Vocational Construction Technology Module I. Students strengthen their skills and knowledge as it pertains to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, CPR and first aid, and the proper use of hand and power tools when working with materials. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%.
VCNST 630 Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Technology
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- 288 Lecture
This course is designed to provide students with entry-level skills in the repair and servicing of heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) equipment used in residential, industrial and commercial buildings. Twenty high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%.