Program Overview

Students who choose Welding & Fabrication Technology will learn basic and advanced blueprint reading, fabrication, and ferrous and non-ferrous knowledge. Laboratory instruction includes shielded metal arc welding, oxyacetylene welding MIG and TIG techniques. Theoretical and practical studies cover mild and alloy steels, aluminum, titanium and other exotic metals. Students learn the basics of heat treating, and non-destructive testing and inspection. Instruction meets AWS standards. Graduates can enter apprenticeship programs or go on to degree studies in metallurgy or mechanical engineering.

Work Based Learning

It is a privilege for students to partake in the School-to-Career Program. Students are not required to participate; therefore, they can be removed at any time. Due to strenuous liability and accountability issues, under no uncertain terms can this privilege be abused. These experiences are an integral part of the school’s curriculum, and participation will reflect directly on the student’s academic standing. Typically, students must receive a “B” or better and have a good attendance and discipline record. Please see in the School to Career Office for more information on a variety of work-based experiences for students, including Cooperative Education, Internships, Job Placements, and School-to-Career transition programs. Junior and Senior students are eligible to participate in the School-to-Career program after completing a pre-evaluation form and approval by instructor . Additional Requirements (Seniors) – Seniors must complete a minimum of 75% of their task list, maintain a C Final Average in all classes, have zero discipline referrals for Senior year, Complete the Safety and Welding Fundamental courses, and less than 3 combined Unexcused Absences and Tardies in a quarter. Additional Requirements (Juniors)- Juniors experiences are available after the second marking period. Juniors must complete a minimum of 60% of their task list Maintain a B Final Average in all classes, have zero discipline referrals for Junior year, and less than 3 a quater combined Unexcused Absences and Tardies. Technical Program Participation During Work-Based Learning- Students are required to check in with their Technical Instructor during the academic rotation and sign in. All students are required to be in for the NOCTI Exam and pre-determined NOCTI Prep days. (Additional options: Students are required to come in one day per rotation. Students are required to stay each morning for theory and will be dismissed for COOP.) Grading Procedures for Work-Based Learning: Students will be graded by averaging the Employer Evaluation and required classwork. (Additional options: Employer evaluation only. Required assignments only.)

Articulations Agreements 

PA statewide SOAR Credits may also be available through Community College of Allegheny County, Delaware County Community College, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center, Harrisburg Area Community College, Johnson College, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, and Westmoreland County Community College. 

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