# Welding Technology (A.S. Degree)

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Welding Technology

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Program Code: SAC.WELD.AS

Program Control Number: 04214

In addition to the general education requirements, the associate degree and certificate curriculum in welding technology is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in all common types of welding methods relating to the needs of today’s welding fabrication industry. The program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate Oxy-Fuel cutting equipment, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). In addition, students will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the welding industry. Employment opportunities available are Welder, Welder Technician, Inspector, Maintenance Welder, Pipe Welder, and Shipbuilder. The Santa Ana College Welding Program is a Los Angeles Certified Testing Lab Facility. The program offers training and testing for the following certifications: SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Demonstrate knowledge of welding processes that apply to the welding industry.
2.  Apply welding theory to ensure proper application of welding practices.
3.  Identify welding blueprints and symbols.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 23 |
| WELD 101 | Introduction to Welding | 3 |
| WELD 125 | Intermediate Electric Arc Welding | 3 |
| WELD 132 | Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 3 |
| WELD 153 | Math/Blueprint Reading for Welders | 3 |
| WELD 181 | Pipe Welding Fundamentals | 3 |
| WELD 225 | Advanced Electric Arc Welding | 3 |
| WELD 240 | Structural Welding SMAW | 3 |
| WELD 244 | Welding Certification D1.1 Code Clinic | 2 |
| **Additional Required Course (Choose One)** | | 3 |
| WELD 177 | Welding Metallurgy | 3 |
| or MNFG 128 | Basic Metals Technology | 3 |
| **Elective Course (Choose One)** | | 3 |
| WELD 182 | Intermediate Pipe Welding | 3 |
| or WELD 232 | Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 3 |
| or WELD 242 | Structural Welding FCAW | 3 |
| **Total** | | **29** |