Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Associate's degree, IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Welding program allows students the opportunity to complete certificates at two levels and to transfer these certificates toward an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology. The Level I Welding certificate is for students who intend to seek entry-level employment after completing a one-year program of study. The Level II certificate is for students interested in advancing their skill level beyond Level I.
The curriculum fulfills the guidelines of Excel in Career and Technical Education, which provides students with a technical education background to prepare them for college and a career. Students will learn GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, FCAW processes as well as various cutting processes. First year students will take part in the American Welding Society (AWS) 1G, 2G, 1F, and 2F Welder Procedure Qualification Records (WPQR). Second year students will participate in AWS 3G, 4G, 3F, and 4F Welder Procedure Qualification Records (WPQR). Advanced students will also have a chance to participate in (AWS/API/ASME) 6G. These qualification records will demonstrate that a student possess the knowledge to perform industry standard weld procedures that readily translate to the workplace.
Career areas in welding include welding, cutting, soldering, and brazing in the construction, manufacturing and utilities industries. Specific job titles include welding technician, supervisors, inspectors, instructors, and shop owners. The job outlook for welders in the construction, manufacturing, and utilities industries is increasing.
16 credit hours- Level I
32 credit hours- Level II
64 credit hours - AAS
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
64
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Neosho County Community College-Chanute
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Chanute KS, Garnett, KS, Lawrence, KS, LaHarpe KS
Local WIB
5 - Workforce Investment Area V
Type of Attainment:
Level I & Level II Certificates
Name of Credential
Welding Certificate and AAS
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell Grants, scholarships, loans
Refund Policy
Per college policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - American Welding Society
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$270.00 Same cost for Level I & II
Testing/Exam Fees
$8.00 Included in fees
In-State Tuition
$4,288.00 Level I- $2,144, Level II $4,288
Other Fees
$500.00 Level I ($200) Level II ($300)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$4,992.00 Level I- $2,496.00, Level II $4,992.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$5,066.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$5,770.00
