Overview
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Two year program
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Enter the workforce quickly
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Credits earned in any LSC credit certificate program may be applied to this degree.
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Full program offered at
LSC-Cypress Center, LSC-Houston North, LSC-Montgomery, LSC-East Aldine Center, LSC Houston North Victory, LSC-Cypress Center, LSC-Conroe Center
Have questions that can't wait?
LSC-Conroe Center - Anthony Bess
anthony.g.bess@lonestar.edu, 936.521.4569
LSC-Cypress Center - Michael Young
Michael.L.Young@LoneStar.edu, 832.920.5062
LSC-East Aldine Center
EAC-workforceadvisor@lonestar.edu, 346.378.7566
LSC-Houston North - Sheremetria Davis
Sheremetria.Davis@LoneStar.edu,281.810.5647
Wage and projection data is sourced using: Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) data from the Bureau of Labor (BLS) for state level wage data Employment Projection Tables (EP) from Bureau of Labor (BLS) for the projections data Data may vary based on experience, education and geographical area.
Program Pathway
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Level 1 Certificate
| Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Level 1 Certificate Total | 0 | |
| First Semester | 0 | |
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Certificate received upon completion!
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Level 1 Certificate
| Program Admission Prerequisites | ||
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| Prerequisites: Completion of Courses Shared with the Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Level 1 Certificate: WLDG 1417 and WLDG 1421 (8 Credit Hours) | ||
| Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Level 1 Certificate Total | 0 | |
| Second Semester | 0 | |
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Welding, Level 2 Certificate
| Program Admission Prerequisites | ||
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| Prerequisite: Completion of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Level 1 Certificate (16 Credit Hours) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Level 1 Certificate (additional 8 unique Credit Hours) | ||
| Welding, Level 2 Certificate Total | 0 | |
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| Third Semester | 0 | |
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Welding Technology Specialization, AAS
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| Prerequisite: Completion of Welding, Level 2 Certificate (40 Credit Hours) | ||
| Welding Technology Specialization, AAS Total | 0 | |
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| Fourth Semester | 0 | |
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Diploma received upon completion!0Total Credit Hours
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The Student Success Course Requirement is satisfied through successful completion of WLDG 1421 - Welding Fundamentals. |
Program Details
- The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare the individual for a career as a welder in the fabrication, construction and manufacturing industries.
Program Highlights
- The program includes hands-on application of SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes in four positions. Students will be exposed to welding on plate, structural shapes and pipe. The student will also gain knowledge on basic layout and fabrication, metallurgy and inspection procedures. Our labs have the most up to date welding equipment as well as knowledgeable professors who will demonstrate professionalism using accurate work standards needed for the workforce.
Credentials and Careers
- The Shielded Metal Arc Welding Level 1 Certificate provides knowledge and skills in the SMAW (stick welding process). In this area students will be equipped to proceed to jobs that rely heavily on structural integrity, such as metal gates, fences, structural support for pumps and motors, and boiler tube makers.
- The Gas Metal Arc Welding Level 1 Certificate (GMAW) also prepares students for jobs that rely heavily on structural integrity such as metal gates and fences, structural support for pumps and motors, and boiler tube makers. Students should be able to differentiate the required inert gases used and be able to pass a structural test in all four positions.
- The Welding Level 2 Certificate expands on the two level 1 certificates. Students who complete these awards can work in many industries such as natural gas, oil, construction, sanitation and offshore.
- The Welding Technology AAS is designed to prepare the individual for a career as a welder and includes the general education courses required for transfer.
Transferability
- Program graduates may further their education at Lone Star College by applying to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Energy, Manufacturing, and Trades Management.
- General education courses (Core) are designated for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
The Student Success Course Requirement is satisfied through successful completion of WLDG 1421 - Welding Fundamentals.
For careers and median salaries, visit Career Star for more information.
- The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare the individual for a career as a welder in the fabrication, construction and manufacturing industries.
Program Highlights
- The program includes hands-on application of SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes in four positions. Students will be exposed to welding on plate, structural shapes and pipe. The student will also gain knowledge on basic layout and fabrication, metallurgy and inspection procedures. Our labs have the most up to date welding equipment as well as knowledgeable professors who will demonstrate professionalism using accurate work standards needed for the workforce.
Credentials and Careers
- The Shielded Metal Arc Welding Level 1 Certificate provides knowledge and skills in the SMAW (stick welding process). In this area students will be equipped to proceed to jobs that rely heavily on structural integrity, such as metal gates, fences, structural support for pumps and motors, and boiler tube makers.
- The Gas Metal Arc Welding Level 1 Certificate (GMAW) also prepares students for jobs that rely heavily on structural integrity such as metal gates and fences, structural support for pumps and motors, and boiler tube makers. Students should be able to differentiate the required inert gases used and be able to pass a structural test in all four positions.
- The Welding Level 2 Certificate expands on the two level 1 certificates. Students who complete these awards can work in many industries such as natural gas, oil, construction, sanitation and offshore.
- The Welding Technology AAS is designed to prepare the individual for a career as a welder and includes the general education courses required for transfer.
Transferability
- Program graduates may further their education at Lone Star College by applying to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Energy, Manufacturing, and Trades Management.
- General education courses (Core) are designated for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
- Apply the ANSI standards for welding safety.
- Produce welds using various processes to published industry standards.
- Evaluate welds according to current industry standards.
- Demonstrate professionalism in communication skills, work ethic and personal bearing.
Please consult the Welding Technology Department site for a standard list of required equipment and tools.
https://www.lonestar.edu/welding-technology-dept.htm
Student Dress Code:
- blue long sleeve fire retardant shirt
- closed-toed boots appropriate for trade (steel-toed are preferred; any brand)
- blue work jeans
Dress Code items are required by the first in-person class.
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