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Welding Technology Certificate of Proficiency

Program Description

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will have basic welding skills and be able to gain employment as an entry-level welder. Students who complete these courses are prepared to enter into the Welding Academy of South Arkansas. The courses that make up this certificate count toward the Industrial Sciences & Technology Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree (Mechanical Maintenance Emphasis).

General Requirements

  • This certificate requires successful completion of credit hours.
  • A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.
  • Satisfaction of all financial obligations due to the college is required for graduation.

Residency Requirement

The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence at SAU Tech for associate degrees and technical certificates and half of the credit hours required for certificates of proficiency as well as complete all other graduation requirements.  Students who wish to pursue additional degrees must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours of difference between the degrees.

Degree Plan

Program Requirements

MD 1303Basic Welding

3

MD 1323Intermediate Welding

3

MD 1343Advanced Welding

3

Total Credit Hours: 9