Welding Technology II includes classroom and laboratory experiences that
develop a variety of skills in Gas Metal Arc welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding, Gas
Tungsten Arc welding, Plasma Cutting and Carbon Arc. This course is designed for
individuals who intend to pursue careers as a Welders, Technicians, Sales, Design,
Research or Engineering. Emphasis is placed on safety at all times. OSHA standards and
guide lines endorsed by the American Welding Society (AWS) are used. Instructional
activities emphasize properties of metals, safety issues, blueprint reading, electrical
principles, welding symbols, and mechanical drawing through projects and exercises that
teach students how to weld and be prepared for college and career success.
DOE Code: 5778
Recommended Grade Level: Grade 10- 12
Prerequisites: Welding Technology I
Credits: 2 credits per semester, 2 semester maximum, maximum of 6 credits
Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with
Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
This course is aligned with postsecondary courses for Dual Credit: Ivy Tech: WELD 207-Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding: WELD 100-Welding Processes
No additional cost