Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Technical and Professional Studies
More Options: Classroom Based
Program Length: 4 Semesters
Location: Centennial
Transferability: Non-transferable
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Graduates from PPSC's welding programs have also gone on to study at these schools and others:
As a welding student at PPSC you will learn about the science of welding and explore a variety of welding techniques. Coursework and training will include:
Expert faculty provide in-depth instruction in the field of welding and help prepare students to enter the workforce quickly.
Covers theory and practice in oxy-acetylene processes with emphasis toward AWS welder qualification with mild steel electrode E-7018 welding in the horizontal and vertical position.
Covers welding in all positions on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum plate and carbon steel pipe with the GTAW process. Student should be familiar with basic metallurgy pertaining to the weldability of metals, structural joints, and safety in the welding industry.
Covers welding in all positions on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum plate and carbon steel pipe with the GTAW process. Student should be familiar with basic metallurgy pertaining to the weldability of metals, structural joints, and safety in the welding industry.
Introduces design and construction of welded sculptures with the use of different fabrication techniques. This course includes uses of different metalworking machines, hot and cold working practices, and demonstration of coloring and texturing metal.
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Teaching at Pikes Peak State College is a privilege. Every day in the classroom is a new challenge. Seeing our students succeed and thrive here and then at four-year colleges and universities is immensely rewarding.
Wil Elwood
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Your personalized schedule will be best determined by meeting with a Faculty Advisor.
Courses and Credit Hours
CSC 1005 - Computer Literacy (3)
MAT 1140 - Career Math (3)
WEL 1000 - Safety for Welders (1)
WEL 1006 - Blueprint Reading for Welders & Fitters (4)
WEL 1013 - Oxyfuel & Plasma Cutting (2)
WEL 1014 - Oxyacetylene Welding (2)
WEL 1021 - Structural Welding I (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18
Your personalized schedule will be best determined by meeting with a Faculty Advisor.
Courses and Credit Hours
COM 2250 - Organizational Communication (3)
1 General Education Elective (3)
WEL 1022 - Structural Welding II (3)
WEL 1024 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (4)
2 Electives from the list below (3 or 4)*
Total Credit Hours: 19-21
Your personalized schedule will be best determined by meeting with a Faculty Advisor.
Courses and Credit Hours
1 General Education Elective (3)
WEL 1025 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (4)
WEL 2024 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (4)
2 Electives from the list below (3 or 4)*
Total Credit Hours: 18-20
Your personalized schedule will be best determined by meeting with a Faculty Advisor.
Courses and Credit Hours
WEL 2025 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (4)
4 Electives from the list below (3 or 4)*
Total Credit Hours: 16-20
MAC 1001 - Introduction to Machine Shop (3)
MAC 1010 - Introduction to Engine Lathe (3)
MAC 1020 - Introduction to Milling Machine (3)
MAC 2040 - CAD/CAM 2D (3)
MAC 2041 - CAD/CAM 2D Lab (3)
MAC 2052 - Practical Metallurgy (3)
WEL 1080 - Internship (1-4)
WEL 2000 - Advanced CAD/CAM Cutting Processes (4)
WEL 2005 - Introduction to Ornamental Iron (4)
WEL 2030 - Pipe Welding I (4)
WEL 2031 - Pipe Welding II (4)
WEL 2050 - Layout & Fabrication (4)
WEL 2063 - Applied Metal Properties (4)
WEL 2064 - Creative Welding (4)
WEL 2080 - Internship (1-4)
WEL 2089 - Capstone (4)
MAT 1140 - Career Math (3)
Welding Faculty Contact
Scott ManneringAdvising Team
Advising website
Advising@pikespeak.edu
719-502-3232
719-502-2000