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Welding Technology
An Educational Partnership
Mason-Lake Intermediate School District
West Shore Community College
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Course Description |
| The Welding Technology program is made up of lecture and laboratory instruction in basic oxyacetylene and arc welding. Even though lecture is part of instruction, greater emphasis is placed on "hands-on" laboratory experiences in welding. Instruction includes basic safety principles and introduction to flat and vertical oxyacetylene welding, brazing of mild steel and cast iron. Basic arc welding in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions with mild steel and low hydrogen electrodes is studied and practiced in the laboratory. In addition, operation and application of arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, brazing and cutting will be experienced. Students must pass a welding metal break test for all laboratory projects. Students wishing to take a second year of Welding Technology must have the instructor's approval. |
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What High School
Classes will HELP? |
ARC Welder
Gas Welder
Combination Welder
Experimental Welder
Assembler Welder
Fitter Welder
Assembler Brazier
Gun Welder
Tack Welder
Production Line Welder
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English
Metal Shop
General Math
Physical Science
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Articulation Agreement
Tech Prep students completing one year of Welding Technology will be eligible, upon meeting certain guidelines and upon graduation from high school, to receive advanced credit at West Shore Community College.
- TWLD 100 Basic Oxy. & Arc Welding - 4 cr.
- TWLD 101 Welding Technology 1 - 2 cr.
- TWLD 104 Basic Arc Lab - 4 cr.
Total Possible Credits: 10 |
Employment & Outlook
State and National Trends
| United States |
Employment |
Percent
Change |
Job Openings 1 |
| 2004 |
2014 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers |
377,000 |
395,900 |
+ 5 % |
12,540 |
| Michigan |
Employment |
Percent
Change |
Job Openings 1 |
| 2004 |
2014 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers |
14,910 |
15,380 |
+ 3 % |
470 | 1Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement. |
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Highlights of Program |
Hands-On Activities
Physical Work
Guest Speakers
Internships
Field Trips
State-of-the-Art Equipment |
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To prepare students for a rewarding future in a modern and ever changing workplace. |
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Mason-Lake Intermediate School District • 2130 West US-10, Ludington, MI 49431
• Phone: 231.757.3716 • Fax: 231.757.2406
Oceana Intermediate School District • 844 Griswold St, Hart, MI 49420
• Phone: 231.873.5651 • Fax: 231.873.5779
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