Welding Technologies Core Curriculum

Grades: 9 - 12
Course Length: 1 Semester – 1/2 CTE Credit or 1/2 Elective Credit
Fee:
Prerequisite:
Class Size: 20

Welding Technologies Core introduces students to the history of oxy-acetylene welding, principles of welding and cutting, nomenclature of the equipment, development of the puddle, running flat beads, and butt welding in different positions. This course will provide experience in the disciplines of silver brazing, silver and soft soldering, and safety procedures in the use of tools and equipment.

Campuses: Ash Fork, Bagdad

Welding I

Grades: 10 - 12
Course Length: Full Year – 1 CTE Credit or 1 Elective Credit
Fee:
Prerequisite: Welding Technologies Core
Class Size: 20

Welding I will introduce students to the methods of arc and oxy-fuel welding and cutting. Course content also provides fundamental principles of joining ferrous and non-ferrous metals, welding and cutting processes,
equipment operation, and safety procedures with emphasis upon welding and cutting procedures. Students will learn the operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats, and the selection of electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Students will demonstrate proficiency with running beads, butt welds, and fillet welds in all positions with an emphasis on lab safety procedures.

Campuses: Ash Fork, Bagdad

Welding II

Grades: 11 - 12
Course Length: Full Year – 1 CTE Credit or 1 Elective Credit
Fee:
Prerequisite: Welding I
Class Size: 20

Arc Welding II continues instruction on the operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Students will demonstrate proficiency with welding in the vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions. Students will learn the proper techniques necessary to join pipe in all positions. Students may elect to take one or more welding certification tests at the completion of the program. Students may be responsible for all costs incurred for testing and testing materials.

Campuses: Ash Fork, Bagdad