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The Welding Technology Program at Trinidad State is expertly designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for professional careers in welding construction and fabrication. This comprehensive program provides a robust educational experience, combining classroom instruction with hands-on project-based learning under the guidance of an NCCER Certified Instructor.
Students in the Welding Technology Program will gain a thorough understanding of workplace safety protocols, ensuring that they are well-versed in the best practices for maintaining a safe working environment. The curriculum includes applied mathematics, which is critical for precise measurements and calculations in welding projects, thereby enhancing the students' technical proficiency.
The program offers extensive supervised instruction in a variety of welding techniques, including oxyacetylene welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, structural welding, pipe welding, flux core arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). These diverse welding methods ensure that students are well-prepared to meet the demands of various industries and applications, from construction and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
Trinidad State's Welding Technology Program emphasizes the development of both foundational and advanced welding skills, providing students with the confidence and capability to excel in the workforce. The program's hands-on approach ensures that students gain practical experience, reinforcing their classroom learning and enabling them to produce high-quality welds with precision and efficiency.
By aligning with industry standards and incorporating the expertise of certified instructors, the Welding Technology Program at Trinidad State ensures that graduates are highly skilled and job-ready. Students are prepared to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in welding, fabrication, and related fields, equipped with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to succeed in a competitive job market.
The Welding Technology Program at Trinidad State offers a rigorous and industry-relevant education, positioning students for success in the dynamic field of welding. The program's strategic design, commitment to academic excellence, and focus on practical skills make it an exemplary pathway for aspiring welders, setting the stage for their future achievements and contributions to the field of welding technology.
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Degrees & Certifications
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: AAS_EPIW
CIP Code: 48.0508
Semester One (18 Credit Hours)
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OSH 1310 – 10-Hour Construction Industry Standards (1 credit)
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WEL 1002 – Oxyacetylene Joining Processes (4 credits)
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WEL 1013 – Oxyfuel and Plasma Cutting (2 credits)
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WEL 1021 – Structural Welding I (3 credits)
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WEL 1024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I (4 credits)
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WEL 1025 – Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (4 credits)
Semester Two (20 Credit Hours)
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BUS 1021 – Basic Workplace Skills (1 credit)
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WEL 1022 – Structural Welding II (3 credits)
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WEL 1025 – Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (4 credits)
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WEL 2024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II (4 credits)
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WEL 2003 – Flux Cored Arc Welding I (4 credits)
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WEL 2030 – Pipe Welding I (4 credits)
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WEL 2031 – Pipe Welding II (4 credits)
Semester Three (12 Credit Hours)
English Composition (3 credits)
Choose one:
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ENG 1015 – Technical English and Communication
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ENG 1021 or ENG 1020 – English Composition I / Technical Writing I (GT-CO1)
Mathematics (3 credits)
Choose one:
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MAT 1140 – Career Math
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MAT 1240 – Mathematics for Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)
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MAT 1260 – Introduction to Statistics (GT-MA1)
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MAT 1340 – College Algebra (GT-MA1)
Communication (3 credits)
Choose one:
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COM 1150 – Public Speaking
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COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication (GT-SS3)
Social / Behavioral Science / Humanities / Science (3 credits)
Choose one:
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AGY 2140 – Introductory Soil Science (GT-SC1)
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ECO 2001 – Principles of Macroeconomics (GT-SS1)
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ENV 1111 – Environmental Science with Lab (GT-SC1)
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HIS 1220 – U.S. History since the Civil War (GT-HI1)
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PHI 1012 – Ethics (GT-AH3)
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PSY 1001 – General Psychology I (GT-SS3)
Semester Four (12 Credit Hours)
Social / Behavioral Science / Humanities / Science (3 credits)
Choose one:
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AGY 2140 – Introductory Soil Science (GT-SC1)
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ECO 2001 – Principles of Macroeconomics (GT-SS1)
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ENV 1111 – Environmental Science with Lab (GT-SC1)
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HIS 1220 – U.S. History since the Civil War (GT-HI1)
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PHI 1012 – Ethics (GT-AH3)
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PSY 1001 – General Psychology I (GT-SS3)
Electives (3–4 credits each)
Choose from the following:
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BUS 1015 – Introduction to Business
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CIS 1018 – Introduction to PC Applications
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DPM 1003 – Diesel Engines I
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DPM 1005 – Heavy Duty Powertrains I
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DPM 1006 – Diesel Fuel Systems
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DPM 1021 – Hydraulic Systems
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DPM 2003 – Diesel Engines II
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DPM 2005 – Heavy Duty Powertrains II
Total Program Credits: 62
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_EPIW
CIP Code: 48.0508
Semester One (18 Credit Hours)
Courses in green (1) choose one.
⚠️ Some courses are offered only in specific terms. See course notes below.
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OSH 1310 – 10-Hour Construction Industry Standards (1 credit)
Fall semester only -
WEL 1002 – Oxyacetylene Joining Processes (4 credits)
Fall semester only -
WEL 1013 – Oxyfuel and Plasma Cutting (2 credits)
Fall semester only -
WEL 1021 – Structural Welding I (3 credits)
Fall semester only -
WEL 1024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I (4 credits)
Spring semester only -
WEL 1025 (1) – Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (4 credits)
Fall semester only - WEL 2024 (1) – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II (4 credits)
Spring semester only
Semester Two (20 Credit Hours)
Courses in green (1) choose one.
⚠️ Courses may be offered in specific terms. Plan with an advisor.
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BUS 1021 – Basic Workplace Skills (1 credit)
Spring semester only -
WEL 1022 – Structural Welding II (3 credits)
Spring semester only -
WEL 1025 (1) – Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (4 credits)
Fall semester only -
WEL 2024 (1) – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II (4 credits)
Spring semester only -
WEL 2003 – Flux Cored Arc Welding I (4 credits)
Fall semester only -
WEL 2030 – Pipe Welding I (4 credits)
Spring semester only -
WEL 2031 – Pipe Welding II (4 credits)
Spring semester only
