Welding Metal Fabrication
Welding & Metal Fabrication I 11-12 Grade
3.0 Credits, 2 Semesters, Herndon Career Center - Building A
Prerequisite(s): Min 2.0 GPA; 90% attendance record, successful completion of English II and Algebra I with a C or better
Recommended: Students should take basic drafting and metals classes if they are available at their high school
This course is the first year of a two-year program that prepares students to meet the American Welding Society’s entry-level employment requirements or pursue post-secondary training. Laboratory work includes basic flame cutting, oxy-fuel welding and shielded metal arc welding of mild steels. Classroom instruction covers welding theory, terminology, techniques, measuring, mathematics and beginning blueprint reading. Students have the opportunity to earn their 10-hour OSHA certification and AWS SENSE certification. Students who meet qualifications as outlined and specific to welding processes have the opportunity to test for AWS certification. Students who complete Welding & Metal Fabrication I and II may be eligible for up to 16 hours of articulated credit through Ozark Technical Community College. Fees & Expectations: Students must supply their own protective cotton clothing (a long-sleeved work shirt, welding cap, above-the-ankle leather work boots, and jeans or coveralls in good condition). Students who wear glasses are recommended to purchase prescription safety glasses. Students are responsible to replace any equipment initially supplied by the school, such as gloves, helmet, goggles, pliers, etc. Safety, work ethic, employability skills, quality of work and pride in workmanship are emphasized at all times.
Welding & Metal Fabrication II 12 Grade
3.0 Credits, 2 Semesters, Herndon Career Center - Building A
Prerequisite(s): ≥ 90% attendance and ≥ B- or better Welding & Metal Fabrication I, OSHA 10 certification
Second year students will continue to expand their knowledge and skills in the Welding & Fabrication area. Students' curriculum will be determined in part by their individual career plans after high school and based on their individual skills. Students will develop their problem-solving and leadership skills through projects. Students demonstrating competency and advanced skills may have the opportunity to pursue an internship.