Welding

Program Description

Welding is the term used to describe numerous methods of joining metals. Welding is the primary process of repairing and refabricating metal components. There are many challenging career opportunities in this field and all indications show an increase in openings as the 21st century moves forward.

Welding students may earn college credit. Please refer to the Articulated Credit pages (Waubonsee CC or Elgin CC) in this book for college credit information.

Students will be able to earn Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 certification this year. 

Welding I

Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisites: None, but Introductory Industrial Technology courses are recommended.

2.5 Credit

This introductory course is designed to help students master skills in the following areas: shielded arc welding, gas metal arc welding, tungsten metal arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, bronzing, flame cutting and the fundamentals of weld shop fabrication. Other manufacturing skills include shop and machine maintenance, welding materials and blueprint reading. Welding I students will complete a competency chart. Students must supply their own steel toe shoes/boots, safety glasses, heavy gloves, work shirt, and necessary tools/materials.

FVCC Course Fee: $45.00

Welding II

Grade: 12

Prerequisite:  Welding I and teacher recommendation.

2.5 Credit

This course will utilize the concepts practiced in Welding I with more in-depth specialization. A higher level of competency is expected. The course material will be developed around problem solving fabrication equipment, operational procedures, production layout, technical function, pipe welding, and necessary tools/materials. Students must supply their own steel toe shoes/boots, safety glasses, heavy gloves, work shirt, and necessary tools/materials. 

FVCC Course Fee: $45.00