Program Description

Students receive training in pipe welding of large- and small-diameter pipe with various wall thicknesses.

Mission Statement

The Welding Technology program will equip graduates with knowledge and training to provide skilled support in specialized and robotic welding for the manufacturing and construction industries. Students are encouraged to stay well informed of changing technologies through continued lifelong learning.

Entrance Requirements

High school diploma or GED not required.

Student must hold Welding and Robotics Technology certificate or approved Welding certification or Department Head consent to enter the Specialized Welding program.

Type of Program

Day or evening

Requirements for Completion

A grade of “C” or higher in all courses is required.

Location

Offered at multiple locations with the exception WLD 204 Metallurgy and WLD 141 Weld Quality which is only offered online, all classes in this program are located at Greenville Tech’s Brashier Campus.

Professional Credentials

Certified Welder (subject to passing exam)

Employment Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for entry-level pipe welding and industrial welding positions in industries such as manufacturing, energy, construction, maintenance, and fabrication.

Visit our web page at https://www.gvltec.edu/welding/.

Listed below is the ideal grouping of courses in order by semester. This plan assumes a full-time schedule. Note, however, that many variables can affect this plan, and not every course is offered every semester. Please see your advisor to map out your own personalized progression toward graduation.

Note: Please contact your advisor for recommended evening schedules.

Plan of Study Grid

Preferred Sequence		Hours
WLD 115	Arc Welding III	4
WLD 152	Tungsten Arc Welding	4
WLD 208	Advanced Pipe Welding	3
WLD 141	Weld Quality	2
WLD 204	Metallurgy	3
	Total Semester Hours	16
	Total Required Credit Hours	16