Program Information
Vocational Certificate - Code 121200 - 2019/2020
Timothy Colburn, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3279, Timothy.Colburn@daytonastate.edu
Frank Snyder, Director, 386-506-4171, Frank.Snyder@daytonastate.edu
Bridgette Cherry, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Bridgette.Cherry@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Advanced Welding program is to provide the knowledge, practice and skill development necessary to become a successful Welder. The Advanced Welding program will enhance the knowledge and skills required to become a career professional Welder.
The program provides access to the vocational student with the latest technological equipment and methods. The program embraces diversity, equal access, and equal opportunity for training in the local and statewide manufacturing market.
Description:
The Advanced Welding program prepares the student for advancement in the Welding industry. Students will explore advanced career opportunities and the requirements of a Professional Welder. The course content emphasizes the Advanced Skills required to be successful in the welding industry. Intermediate and Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas-Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Pipe Fitting Fabrication Techniques are covered within this program of study.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Apply intermediate shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) pipe welding (Class-B Pipe Welder) skills.
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Apply and understand fabrication techniques using pipe fitting techniques.
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Apply advanced gas-tungsten arc welding (GTAW) pipe skill.
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Apply advanced gas-tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) heavy-wall pipe skills.
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Apply emerging welding technologies.
Financial Aid
Financial aid eligibility for this program is pending.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.gov. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://daytonastate.edu/scholarships.
Approximate Additional Costs
Program Tuition and Fees*: $ 2,741
Access Fee: $37.33 ($1.12 per credit)
Assessment Fee: $34
Lab Fees: $3,500
Textbook Estimate: $300
*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.
Additional Admission Requirements
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Graduate from the Welding Technology - Applied, Vocational Certificate program.
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Individuals who can verify their skillset by providing a 3-G Structural Certification may use it as an equivalent experience for admission.
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Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED may be eligible for admission, on an alternative basis, to this program if they meet the following criteria:
Careers
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4121.00.
Program Length: The typical length of this program is 2 semesters (30 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) placement rates for this program are unavailable at this time.
CIP Code (6 digit) - 48.0508 Welding Technology/Welder
Job titles for this certificate are Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers.
For additional information on wages, trends and career videos: http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=514121&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go.
Note: Need help preparing for your job search? Login to Daytona State's Career Services Online (CSO) to create your personal career account, or email your Daytona State College Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
2nd Semester