Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication
In this career pathway, you will learn to interpret blueprints and specifications using math and computer technology while gaining experience in all types of metal welding, brazing and flame cutting.
Program Highlights:
Specialized classroom and shop learning experiences
Participation in job shadowing, internships, and paid employment
Earn industry credentials through the American Welding Society
Field trips to hear from industry professionals
Qualify for scholarship opportunities
Participation in local, regional, and national SkillsUSA events
Students entering this area of career and technical training find background experiences in mathematics, science, and mechanical drawing very helpful.
Areas of Study:
Shop safety and welding safety
Welding vocabulary and industry standards
Metallurgy
Joint preparation, fit-up, and design
SMAW - carbon steel
FCAW - carbon steel
GMAW - carbon steel and aluminum
GTAW - carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
Sheet metal layout and fabrication principles
Plasma arc cutting and OxyFuel cutting
CNC plasma table & laser
Industry math
Hand tools, power tools
Blueprint reading
Shop projects
Senior projects
OSHA training
Credits Available:
3 elective credits per year
College credits available through articulation agreements with Columbus State Community College and Hocking College
Industry Credentials Available:
American Welding Society Certifications***
OSHA 10-Hour Safety Card***
Forklift License***
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
***Industry credential recognized by ODE for points toward graduation.
Download the full Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication fact sheet in English, en Español, or Somali.
Overview Videos
Fees
Fees can be easily paid online, 24 hours a day. Learn more about paying class fees and adding to your student’s lunch account.
Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication I Fee Sheet
Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication II Fee Sheet
This program is participating in the Chromebook One to One Experience. An additional one-time fee to purchase a Chromebook will be waived if you are a returning student who has already participated in the Chromebook One to One Experience or if you are bringing your own technology. Learn more about the Chromebook One to One Experience.
To ask more questions about any program or to schedule a tour of our campus, contact Administrative Assistant to the Enrollment Coordinator, Mariellen Murray at (740) 201-3216 or MurrayM@DelawareAreaCC.org.
Instructor
Doug Andres
(740) 203.2238
AndresD@DelawareAreaCC.org
4565 Columbus Pike | Delaware, OH 43015
