Gas Metal Arc Welding, COC
For more information about this program contact Brian Lee at 316.677.9400.
Program Features
This program allows students to gain knowledge and skills in cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and provides some exposure to oxy-acetylene cutting and welding. Program includes classroom and lab instruction in safety; blueprint reading and sketching; tools and materials used in the various forms of welding; machine adjustments and rod selection; skill requirements for various welding positions; weld testing and qualifications; and fabrication and layout of various welding projects.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the college’s admissions policy, students must submit an application for admission, be 16 years of age or older, show documentation of high school graduation or satisfaction of high school equivalence prior to graduation from the program, and meet entrance exam requirements.
Accreditation, Credit Hours and Cost
The Welding program is approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. The program is also an AWS SENSE program:
American Welding Society
550 N.W. LeJune Road
Miami, FL 33126
1.800.443.9353
The program consists of 15 credit hours and costs approximately *$2,393.18.
*Costs include tuition, student fees and lab fees. Books, tools, uniforms and any other expenses are not included. Additional fees may apply.
This program has not been approved by the Department of Education for federal financial aid.
