This program is being discontinued. Enrolled students may complete their program of study. Please contact the Academic Advising Office at 313-317-6845 or advising@hfcc.edu for more information.
Program Info
Year Established
2003
Program Code
WTBA.CA
Degree Type
Certificate of Achievement
Office Contact
School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development: 313-845-9645, bepdinfo@hfcc.edu, Technology Bldg, Room: E-211
Program Description
Description
Focuses on the skills needed in performing basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, and the thermal cutting processes. Upon successful completion, the student will have the skills necessary for an entry-level position in the manufacturing and service industries where they could use welding as a means to build and repair various products.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze cutting and welding processes to identify and apply appropriate safe work practices.
- Communicate effectively within the industrial welding profession.
- Operate electrical and thermal cutting processes.
- Set-up and perform welding operations with the appropriate process on various metals in different situations.
Career Opportunities
- Production Welder
- Entry-Level Maintenance Welder
- Entry-Level Shop Welder
- Entry-Level Fabricator
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
Credit Hours: 12
Required Support Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENG-131: Introduction to College Writing | 3.00 |
| MATH-100: Basic Technical Mathematics | 4.00 |
| TAFD-120: Industrial Safety Awareness | 2.00 |
Credit Hours: 9
Minimum Total Credit Hours
21.00
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2023 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
My Progress section of HFC Self Service.