Welding Technology
Associate in Science Degree Welding Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Associate in Science program in Welding is for those who desire advanced knowledge of welding for employment as welding technicians, welding inspectors, welding engineers, welding supervisors, and advanced welders. In addition, many OCC welding courses are transferable and can be used by those students who are interested in the welding engineering degree program at Ohio State University. Whatever the case, a person’s chances for the job of their choice are much higher when they have the technical background as evidenced by earning our Associate in Science in welding.
Program Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
- Acquire the necessary skills training for proficiency in taking a welding qualification test for certification which may be required for employment.
- Improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment.
Requirements
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| WELD A101 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | 4 |
| WELD A201 | Advanced Welding | 4 |
| WELD A230 | Welding Metallurgy | 3 |
| WELD A180 | Blueprint Reading | 2 |
| WELD A220 | Welding Specifications and Codes | 2 |
| WELD A120 | Mathematics & Fabrication Layout for Welders | 4 |
| WELD A130 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Level 1 | 3 |
| orWELD A131 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Level 2 | |
| orWELD A250 | Pipe Welding Level 1 | |
| orWELD A251 | Pipe Welding Level 2 | |
| orWELD A252 | Pipe Welding Level 3 | |
| orWELD A253 | Pipe Welding Level 4 | |
| WELD A210 | Welding Inspection and Testing | 4 |
| Restricted Electives - Select one of the following: | ||
| MACH A100 | Introduction to Machine Shop | 3 |
| Program Major Units | 29 | |
| General Education Breadth for OCC AS: | 21 | |
| Transfer elective units needed to satisfy 60-unit degree requirement: | 12 - 10 | |
| Total Minimum Degree Units - OCC AS GE | 60 | |
Welding Technology Suggested Electives
WELD A115 Arc and Oxy-acetylene Welding Practice Level 1
WELD A215 Advanced Arc and Oxy-Acetylene Level 1
WELD A255 Orbital Welding Level 1
- Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.
Program Sequence
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
Year 1
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| WELD A101 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 | 6 |
| Units |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| WELD A201 |
| WELD A230 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE |
| Summer |
|---|
| WELD A180 |
| WELD A220 |
Year 2
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| WELD A120 |
| AS RESTRICTED ELECTIVES - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) |
| OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| MACH A100 |
| WELD A210 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 |
- VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS