Welding Technology - Applied

Bree Castelli, Director of Workforce

Stephen Grau, Assistant Chair

Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant

Program Overview

Mission:

The Welding Technology program provides the knowledge, practice, and skill development necessary to become successful welders.

Description:

This 24.17 vocational credit, 725 clock-hour program combines classroom and lab activities with hands-on training in Stick, MIG, TIG, oxyacetylene welding, safety, and blueprint reading.

Vocational Certificate: This program provides career-focused technical training that prepares students for employment or advancement in a specialized workforce field.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

1. Safely follow welding certification standards.
2. Use appropriate tools, equipment, materials, and electrical products.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in welding theory, application, and troubleshooting.
4. Apply welding skills in commercial and industrial environments.
5. Complete blueprint-based welding projects.

Admission and Program Requirements

Admission:

• Standard high school diploma or GED, or CASAS Reading and Math minimum scores.
• Advisor meeting for placement and registration.
• Ability to follow directions and operate welding equipment safely.

Completion:

• Meet CASAS exit requirements or exemption.

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Financing Options: Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For information on grants, loans, and work-study opportunities, visit the Office of Financial Aid at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for Daytona State College Foundation scholarships and, when available, the Open Door Grant. Additional information is available at daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Note: Students who do not possess a standard high school diploma or GED are not eligible for federal student financial aid.

Career and Labor Market Information

Graduates are prepared for employment and advancement in related career fields.

Regional labor market information is based on the CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Regional Demand Occupations List (Region 27), FloridaCommerce employment projections, and regional wage data sources identified for the occupation.

Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

Program Specific Courses

Sample Program of Study

1st Semester

2nd Semester