Welding Technology
The welding trade traces its roots back thousands of years through antiquity, and has given us some of our most important technological advances. Here at Columbia College, we'll provide the tools, training, and expert teaching staff to help you master this useful and practical craft to earn gainful employment in one of the numerous and diverse jobs available in the industry. The Welding Technology program provides the most comprehensive, complete educational welding experience in the Mother Lode.
Core Welding Technology classes include:
- Arc/Gas Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Welding Design and Fabrication
Related Electives include:
- Automotive Electrics
- Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Auto Body Collision Repair
Welding Technology Majors go into a variety of careers. Some examples are:
At the Certificate Level: |
Specialized/Advanced Training or Degree |
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| Agriculture/Equipment | Fabrication Shop Positions | Teacher/Professor |
| Bridge and Building Repair | Lumber Company Positions | Underwater Welding |
| Military Support | Millwright | Engineer |
| Construction | Truck and Heavy Equipment Repairs | Project Management |
| Auto Manufacturing & Repair | Oil & Gas Pipelines | |
Please see a counselor for major preparation and general education that will best meet your specific goals.
| AA-T/AS-T = Associate of Arts/Science Degree for Transfer | Earned by completing requirements in the academic major, a transfer general education pattern, and a total of 60 transferable units that would be the typical first two years of a 4-year degree; provides a clear transfer pathway to CSU. |
| AA/AS = Associate of Arts/Science Degree | Earned by completing requirements in the academic major, a general education pattern, and a total of 60 degree-applicable units. |
| COA = Certificate of Achievement | Formally recognizes a student’s competence in a program of study and prepares students for employment in a career/technical field. Also available for completion of a General Education Pattern for transfer. Will appear on the student’s academic transcript. |
| SAC = Skills Attainment Certificate | Prepares students for employment with experience in specific career/technical fields. Do not appear on official transcripts. |
