WELDING

Welding

Introduction to Design Processes

Introduction to Design Processes is a course that introduces all ETE career pathways and it focuses on creative problem solving in developing, testing, communicating, and presenting post-evaluation of products.

•Recommended Grade(s): 9

•Required Prerequisites: none

•Recommended Prerequisites: none 

•Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum 

•Counts as a directed elective or elective all diplomas


DC Principles of Welding Technology

Principles of Welding Technology includes classroom and laboratory experiences that develop a variety of skills in oxy-fuel cutting and basic welding. 

•Recommended Grade(s): 11

•Required Prerequisites: none

•Recommended Prerequisites: none 

•Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum 

•Counts as a directed elective or elective all diplomas

•Dual Credit: Yes; Institution: Ivy Tech; Credits Offered: 3


DC Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Shielded Metal Arc Welding involves the theory and application of the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. 

•Recommended Grade(s): 11

•Required Prerequisites: none

•Recommended Prerequisites: none 

•Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum 

•Counts as a directed elective or elective all diplomas

•Dual Credit: Yes; Institution: Ivy Tech; Credits Offered: 3


DC Gas Welding Processes

Gas Welding Processes is designed to cover the operation of Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) equipment. •Recommended Grade(s): 12

•Required Prerequisites: Principles of Welding, Shielded Metal Arch Welding

•Recommended Prerequisites: none 

•Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum 

•Counts as a directed elective or elective all diplomas

•Dual Credit: Yes; Institution: Ivy Tech; Credits Offered: 6


DC Welding Technology Capstone

The Welding Technology Capstone course builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in Welding Fundamentals, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding by developing advanced welding skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), Pipe Welding, and Fabrication. 

•Recommended Grade(s): 12

•Required Prerequisites: Principles of Welding, Shielded Metal Arch Welding

•Recommended Prerequisites: none 

•Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum 

•Counts as a directed elective or elective all diplomas

•Dual Credit: Yes; Institution: Ivy Tech; Credits Offered: 3