Welding: Basic Techniques, C.S.C.

Location(s): MA
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CIP Code: 48.0508

NOVA Code: 221-995-01

Purpose: This curriculum is designed for individuals wishing to obtain fundamental skills for immediate entry-level positions in the welding trade as welding apprentices or welding laboratory assistants.

Its structure allows students to pursue these courses on a part-time basis. All courses will apply to the Welding Certificate.

One Year

1st Semester

ENG — - Elective (3 CR.) ¹OR
CST — - Elective (3 CR.)
WEL 120 - Introduction to Welding (2 CR.)
WEL 121 - Arc Welding (2 CR.)

Total 7 credits

2nd Semester

WEL 122 - Welding II (Electric Arc) (3 CR.)
WEL 150 - Welding Drawing and Interpretation (2 CR.)

Total 5 credits

3rd Semester

WEL 130 - Inert Gas Welding (3 CR.)
WEL 160 - Semi-Automatic Welding (3 CR.)

Total 6 credits

Total credits for the Welding: Basic Techniques Career Studies Certificate: 18 credits

All first-time students must take a one-credit Student Development (SDV) course prior to enrolling in their 16th credit at NOVA.

¹May be met by ENG 111 or other ENG courses approved by a student’s advisor, or by CST 100 , CST 110 , CST 126 , or CST 229 .