Combination Welding

Would you like to...

• Set-up and operate Flux-cored welder

• Braze and use a cutting torch

• Arc weld in all positions

• Set up and operate a mig welder

• Tig weld mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum

• Read blueprints and learn weld symbols commonly used in industry

• Maintain and operate power tools used in the welding field

• Operate plasma cutting machines

• Operate computerized plasma cutter systems

These jobs are available

• Arc or stick electrode welder

• Oxy-acetylene welder and cutter

• Welding machine operator

• Combination welder

• Welder fitter

• Welding technician

• Computerized cutting systems

Course Description
Combination Welding is open to students interested in welding as an occupation. Students are instructed in shop safety and the proper procedures for each welding process. Oxy fuel cutting, arc, mig, and tig welding, plasma cutting, and air arc cutting processes are taught in all four weld positions and on all the five basic weld joints. Metallurgy, blueprint reading, reading a tape measure, metal fabricating techniques and weld symbols are included in the program.

The lab is set up to simulate the welding industry. Students are evaluated by written tests and by testing their welds as specified by the American Welding Society code.

Students interested in a career in welding should have good eye/hand coordination, mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, freedom from asthma, allergies and physical disabilities which prevent bending, stooping, lifting and working in awkward positions.


Program: Two Years
Level: Junior and Senior/Post Secondary
Credit: 3 Units Per Year