Program Description
Code 155 - 25 Credits
Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. Through welding, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. There are a variety of welding processes including stick, MIG and TIG. The Industrial Welding core curriculum at Kellogg Community College prepares students to weld a variety of metals in various positions using each of these processes. Students may pursue either a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Industrial Welding.
Modules within the curriculum cover:
- Advanced Arc Welding
- Brazing and Soldering
- Cutting Processes
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Oxyacetylene Welding
- Pipe Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Special Applications/Fabrication
- Welding Metallurgy
Modular Format
Industrial Trades curricula are offered in a non-traditional, modular format. Module descriptions are not listed in the catalog. For more information about Industrial Trades modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/departments/industrial-trades/industrial-welding/.
Industrial Trades Orientation
All students interested in taking Industrial Trades modules must complete one or more core curriculum orientation. The orientation is a core curriculum prerequisite. Students will not be able to register for modules until the orientation is completed.
Information:
To earn the certificate, students must complete twenty-five (25) credits in Welding core curriculum. For more information about Industrial Welding modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/departments/industrial-trades/industrial-welding/.
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