Welding Program
Introduction to Welding: An introduction is provided to welding, one of the principle means of fabricating metal products. Industry has found that welding is an efficient, dependable and economical means of joining metal in fabricating operations. Students will acquire knowledge of the properties of metals and be able to demonstrate skills in oxy-acetylene welding, flame cutting and arc welding through construction of various joint designs and projects.
The CTE Welding Program is a two-year program that students sign-up for and pursue. The program offers students the opportunity to earn numerous industry-recognized credentials while broadening and improving their welding skills and knowledge.
Welding Year-One: In this course, the basics of shielded metal arc, oxy-acetylene welding and flame cutting with blueprint reading, mathematics and operation of metal fabrication machinery are covered extensively. Emphasis is also placed on shop safety and the development of good work habits such as: punctuality, dependability and responsible behavior. Activities designed using practical application under simulated industrial conditions, develop proficient levels skills in the use of oxy-acetylene and SMAW fillets and groove welds.
Welding Year-Two: Students will continue to improve and refine their welding skills while working towards mastery. Focus will be on skill levels commensurate with American Welding Society standards. Goals will include passing competency tests. Fundamental fabrication techniques will be explored with the opportunity for students to design and build individual projects. Students will continue to hone their skills in welding including horizontal and vertical welds. GMAW, GTAW and FCAW will be introduced and practiced in fillets and groove welds both in and out of position. Greater clarity about roles in the workplace will be part of the entire program. Students completing this program will be prepared to enter an apprenticeship program or to enter post-secondary study. College Credit-Great Bay Community College: Students successfully completing the two-year program are eligible to earn college credit from Great Bay Community College. Tuition, offered at a significant discount is paid to the college for these credits. Students must be sophomores, juniors or seniors to be eligible for college credit. Governor's STEM Scholarship (should funding be allocated) provides students with the opportunity to complete two STEM RS courses at no cost each year. Students also get their high school credit for the class. Running Start FAQ
