Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology and Fabrication at University of Montana

Programme overview

The Welding Technology Program prepares students to operate and troubleshoot a variety of welding power sources and related equipment. The program prepares students to solve problems using computational skills and other problem-solving techniques essential to welding and steel fabrication. Welding students develop skills in six different welding processes: oxyacetylene (OAW), shielded metal arc (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), flux core arc, (FCAW), submerged arc (SAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

Faculty: Missoula College | Duration: 60 credit hours; two-year plan of study | Location: Missoula, MT, United States

What you will study

60 credit hours. Required courses include Career Readiness; Interpersonal Skills in the Workplace; Technical Drafting; Introduction to CAD; Contemporary Mathematics; Related Metals Processes II; Blueprint Reading & Welding Symbols; Fabrication Basics; Shielded Metal Arc Welding.

Career pathways

The mission of the Welding Technology Program is to provide the regional workforce with credentialed, skilled, and competent welders and to be responsive to emerging workforce needs. It also encourages the development of the teamwork and interpersonal skills required on the job.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies (University of Montana undergraduate admission; no separate programme-specific application is listed unless noted). The program often has a waiting list.

Duration: 60 credit hours; two-year plan of study

Apply through the official page: https://umontana.edu/apply.php

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