Welding Technology, AAS Requirements
Program Code: A50420
(2026*03)
The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry.
Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses in math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing provides the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.
Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment.
General Education (15 SHC)
Communications (6 SHC)
Humanities/Fine Arts (3 SHC)
Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 SHC)
Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 SHC)
Major Hours (53 SHC)
Technical Core (18 SHC)
Other Major Hours (35 SHC)
Total Welding Technology, AAS: 68 Credits
For more information, contact:
Cameron Kolb
Welding Technology Program Chair/Instructor
Bullock (Building 001), Room 108
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 105
Email: cekolb04@lenoircc.edu