Welding Technology

Interested in the metalworking industry? RLC students have several options to work both hands-on and in the classroom to prepare for a growing workforce. With one 2-year degree and five occupational certificates, there is something for every student. The welding, soldering, and brazing industry is expected to grow by 2.4 percent, or 1,180 new jobs, between 2010 and 2020, reports the U.S. Department of Labor.

Welding programs are designed to provide the student with a wide range of welding experiences. Programs will cover welding theory, blueprint reading, metallurgy and inspection and test procedures. There will be extensive laboratory practice in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and oxy-acetylene welding processes. The student will learn to weld with electrodes and wires in all positions common to the welding industry. Program completers will have adequate skills to qualify for employment as a welder.

Degrees & Certificates in Welding Technology

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Degree

WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Degree

Associate in Applied Science Degree

The Welding Technology AAS will provide welding courses designed to assist welding professionals by expanding their knowledge base, core competencies and general education. Individually, each course addresses specific workplace situations. Additionally, successful completion of all courses offered demonstrates the student’s readiness to take the American Welding Society certification examinations.

► Total = 65 Hours

First Semester (18 Cr. Hrs.)

MATH 1201 Technical Mathematics ¹ (3)
WELD 1270 Introduction to Welding Processes (4)
WELD 1272 Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4)
WELD 1282 GMAW / GTAW Welding (4)
WELD 2274 Blueprint Reading (3)

Second Semester (12 Cr. Hrs.)

ENGL 1101 Rhetoric and Composition I ¹ (3)
WELD 1284 GTAW Welding (3)
WELD 2240 Metallurgy and Heat Treatment (2)
WELD 2242 Weld Inspection for Quality Control (2)
WELD 2275 Advanced Welding (2)

Third Semester (19 Cr. Hrs.)

COMM 1101 Principles of Effective Speaking (3)
CSCI 1101 Intro to Computers (3)
INEL 1291 Basic Electronics for Technicians (5)
MACH 1201 Machining Technology I (4)
WELD 2262 Pipe Welding I (4)

Fourth Semester (16 Cr. Hrs.)

IST 1221 Industrial Safety (2)
PSYC 2101 Introduction to Psychology or PSYC 2106 Human Relations (3)
WELD 1283 GMAW / GTAW Pipe Welding (4)
WELD 2285 Pipe Welding II (4)
Technical Elective (3)

Technical Electives

COOP 1101 Cooperative Education (4)
IST 1230 Intro to Robotics (3)
IST 2220 Industrial Mechanics (4)
MACH 1202 Machining Technology II (4)

¹ Prerequisite course(s) may be required based test scores.

WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Certificate

WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Certificate

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Welding_Technology

► Total = 24 Hours

First Semester (15 Cr. Hrs.)

WELD 1270 Introduction to Welding Processes (4)
WELD 1272 Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4)
WELD 1282 GMAW / GTAW Welding (4)
WELD 2274 Blueprint Reading (3)

Second Semester (9 Cr. Hrs.)

WELD 1284 GTAW Welding (3)
WELD 2240 Metallurgy and Heat Treatment (2)
WELD 2242 Weld Inspection for Quality Control (2)
WELD 2275 Advanced Welding (2)

WELDING FUNDAMENTALS - Certificate

WELDING FUNDAMENTALS - Certificate

► Total = 12 Credit Hours

WELD 1270 Introduction to Welding Processes (4)
WELD 1272 Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4)
WELD 1282 GMAW / GTAW Welding (4)

ADVANCED WELDING TECHNIQUES - Certificate

ADVANCED WELDING TECHNIQUES - Certificate

► Total = 12 Credit Hours

WELD 1284 GTAW Welding (3)
WELD 2240 Metallurgy and Heat Treatment (2)
WELD 2242 Weld Inspection for Quality Control (2)
WELD 2274 Blueprint Reading (3)
WELD 2275 Advanced Welding ¹ (2)

¹ Prerequisites: WELD 1270 & WELD 1272

PIPE WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Certificate

PIPE WELDING TECHNOLOGY - Certificate

Prerequisite: The Welding Technology Certificate or five years documented experience as a welder, ability to pass the overhead and vertical up-bend test and permission of the instructor.

► Total = 12 Credit Hours

WELD 1283 GMAW / GTAW Pipe Welding (4)
WELD 2262 Pipe Welding I (4)
WELD 2285 Pipe Welding II (4)

ADVANCED METALWORKING - Certificate

ADVANCED METALWORKING - Certificate

This certificate is for those students who are seeking to improve their skills for the metalworking industry. Students will increase their skills in the welding, machining and layout processes that are commonly used in the metalworking industry. The skills learned will provide students with the necessary entry-level skills required by most small- to medium-sized metalworking job shops.

Gainful Employment Information

► Total = 19 Hours

First Semester (15 Cr. Hrs.)

WELD 1270 Introduction to Welding Processes (4)
WELD 1272 Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4)
WELD 1282 GMAW / GTAW Welding (4)
WELD 2274 Blueprint Reading for Welders (3)

Second Semester (4 Cr. Hrs.)

MACH 1201 Machining Technology I (4)

Welding Technology Brochures

Welding Brochure

Program Costs

Welding Technology Certificate

Welding Fundamentals Certificate

Advanced Welding Techniques Certificate

Pipe Welding Technology Certificate

Advanced Metalworking Certificate

Program Outcomes

Welding

Recognize the various type of welding (mig, tig, arc, pipe, etc.)
Interpret lines, assembly, welding symbols, testing symbols, and abbreviation on welding blueprints.
Interpret hand sketches
Perform the mathematical functions of addition, subtraction, fractions, decimal, and angular measurements.
Perform weld bend applications per AWS guidelines.
Inspect weld bend applications
Demonstrate appropriate safety measures to identify occupational hazards.

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Faculty & Staff

Gabriele Farner

Dean of Applied Science & Technology

Phone Extension: 1292

Building: Advanced Technology Division

Office: 138

M.S. & B.S., Southern Illinois University

James "Pete" Wilce

Welding Associate Professor

Phone Extension: 1272

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 135

A.A.S. & O.C., Rend Lake College | Certified Welder | Certified Pipe Welder | Certified Downhill Pipe Welder

Taylor Atchison

Administrative Assistant | Applied Science & Technology Division

Phone Extension: 1261

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 139

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Mike Meinert

Welding Instructor

Phone Extension: 1345

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 109

A.A.S. & O.C., Rend Lake College

Applied Science & Technology Division
Phone: (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1261
Email: [email protected]
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Applied Science
Fax Number: (618) 437-5677 Attn: Applied Science

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