Welding

Pathway Overview

Welding is a pathway that provides hands-on learning opportunities for students who are interested in welding, welding fabrication, and construction. Topics covered in the courses include the history of metalworking, safety, welding practices and processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), hand and power tools, construction drawings, oxy fuel torch operation, and so much more!  There are also many project-based activities in the courses offered in the Welding Program. There is also an opportunity for students to take advantage of the dual enrollment program through Athens Technical College right here on our Greene County College and Career Academy. 

Required Courses

• 46.54500 Industry Fundamentals & Occupational Safety
• 48.58100 Introduction to Metals
• 48.55100 Welding I

Dual Enrollment Courses

• 46.0B084 COFC 1080 - Construction Trades Core
• 48.0A744 WELD 1005 - Welding and Cutting Fundamentals
• 48.0A774 WELD 1015 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I