Welding and Fabrication Entrepreneurship - Major #8376

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


The welding and fabrication program introduces students to the fundamentals of welding and fabrication business ownership. The focus is on developing core fabrication and workmanship skills with key business startup skills. The certificate prepares students for entrepreneurial ventures within the field of welding and fabrication.

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Perform safety precautions, setup and use of tolls and equipment.
  2. 2. Apply welds and assemble the steel components of advanced projects.
  3. 3. Weld pipe configurations according to specification.
  4. 5. Complete a business plan.
  5. 4. Create, operate, manage and market a welding and fabrication startup.
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester

Term 1

3 units

BA 52
Introduction to Entrepreneurship

3 units
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
Develops an understanding of the complex tasks faced by individuals engaged in entrepreneurial activities. Identifies the methods for developing a business idea, the process of starting a business, how to acquire resources, and the key parts of a business plan. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
  1. Advisory: ENGL 1A
    1. CSU Transfer Course

      Elective RECOMMEND WELD 2A for WELD 2B prerequisite

      Term 2

      1.5 units

      BA 51
      Business Planning

      1.5 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      Business Plan development. Review of resources available to assist entrepreneurs in developing and launching a business including sources of funding. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:
      1. Advisory: BA 10
      2. Advisory: ENGL 1A
        1. CSU Transfer Course

          Elective RECOMMEND WELD 2B for WELD 3A and 4A prerequisite

          Term 3

          5 units

          5 units

          WELD 3A
          Welding Design and Fabrication

          5 units
          Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
          Learn the fundamentals of metal fabrication. Understanding and demonstrating the various methods of constructing projects will be covered, along with understanding and developing the necessary skills to properly utilize various pieces of equipment to fabricate projects from a set of plans. As part of being a successful fabricator, learning how to adapt to changes in the manufacturing process is critical. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:
          1. Prerequisite: WELD 2B
          2. Corequisite: CADD 22
          3. Advisory: DRAFT 12
            1. CSU Transfer Course
              or

              WELD 4A
              Heavy Plate, Structural Steel and Welding Certification

              5 units
              Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
              This course's emphasis is on students obtaining welding certifications in vertical and overhead welding positions (3G and 4G). Students will learn and preform structural welding fit-ups and continue to develop upon previously learned welding processes like, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux Cored arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). This will provide the student with the opportunity to take and perform an American Welding Society (AWS) Structural Welding Code Certification test. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
              1. Prerequisite: WELD 2B
                1. CSU Transfer Course

                  Term 4

                  5 units

                  5 units

                  WELD 3B
                  Intermediate Welding Design and Fabrication

                  5 units
                  Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
                  Applying the theory and skills learned in Weld 3A, students will expand their welding and fabrication skills to build independent projects, advancing their knowledge and skills necessary to start working in the welding fabrication industry. A continuation of Welding 3A in the design, construction and finishing of welded projects. (A, CSU)
                  Course Details:
                  1. Prerequisite: WELD 3A
                    1. CSU Transfer Course
                      or

                      WELD 4B
                      Pipe, Tube Welding and Certification

                      5 units
                      Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
                      Students will continue to develop the skills necessary using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) processes to preform welding on various different piping systems. Students will develop upon Fit-up and assemble joint configurations that will be used in pressure vessels, power systems, cross-country and refinery applications. This will give students the opportunity to perform welding certification tests in accordance with API, AWS, and ASME codes. (A, CSU)
                      Course Details:
                      1. Prerequisite: WELD 4A
                        1. CSU Transfer Course
                          Total: 14.5 units