The Welding program offers students the opportunity to learn the art of Shielded Metal Arc, Mig, and Tig Welding. The program also includes Oxy-acetylene Welding, Brazing and Plasma Arc Cutting processes. Classroom theory topics over safety, varied welding processes, as well as blueprint reading, and basic metallurgy.

Level 1 begins the training in the oxy-acetylene and shielded metal arc welding processes. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on all aspects of welding safety. Reading and writing assignments, class room lecture, and shop demonstrations are used to help bridge theory to the performance of welding processes and related topics. Students perform torch fusion welding and brazing, and basic Shielding Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). Students also experience the processes of cutting metal using the oxy-acetylene cutting torch and the plasma arc cutting system.

Instruction and practice allow Level II students to advance their skills in the SMAW process including performing out-of-position welding. They train in the Mig welding process using both solid core and flux core welding wire, Students also begin the Tig process by welding carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Theory instruction includes basic metallurgy, blueprint reading, and the knowledge and use of weld symbols. The two-year Welding program provides a sequence of courses that meet the Maryland State Department of Education's requirements as a Career Completer for high school graduation.

 

Program Outcomes:	Program Requirements:
Oxy-Acetylene Torch Cutting Plasma-Arc Torch Cutting Oxy-Acetylene Torch Welding and Torch Brazing Shielded metal ARC Welding (SMAW) Gas Metal ARC Welding (MIG) Gas Tungsten ARC Welding (TIG)	Students in 10th or 11th grade Basic skills and knowledge in: reading, writing, math, and communication skills Satisfactory performance in: academic subjects, attendance, behavior, accepting and following directions Physical capability to pursue the chosen career successfully Parental approval Approval of CAT-south  administration Teacher recommendation

 

Program Credits
Level 1	1.0 credits	one semester
Level II Technical Math Technical Science Work Experience	2.0 credits 1.0 credits 1.0 credits 4.0 credits	two semesters two semesters two semesters two semesters