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2025 - 2026 Cowley College Academic Catalog 
    
2025 - 2026 Cowley College Academic Catalog

Welding Technology (Technical Certificate A)

Location(s): ARKANSAS CITY, SUMNER/WELLINGTON, MULVANE TECHNICAL


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 KANSAS PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBLE PROGRAM  


Provides an entry level skill in blueprint reading, safety, shop theory, setup and operation of conventional weld machine tools, and basic skills in a variety of welding processes identified as necessary by welding employers and serves as the foundation for the Associate of Applied Science degree.

The Cowley College Welding Technology program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP code 48.0508: Welding Technology/Welder. A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. Includes instruction in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding processes and heat treating, structural design, safety, and applicable codes and standards.

NOTE: Students are expected to demonstrate understanding and mastery of skills needed for career readiness as they progress through program coursework.  A minimum grade of “C” is required on all technical coursework for successful completion of the technical certificate or degree.


 Symbol(s) Translation:

(T►) - Kansas Regents Systemwide Transfer Course 
($) - Special Funding Identifier 


PROGRAM SEMESTER MAP - Welding Technology (CERT A & CERT C)  

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Pathway Code: WELA (CIP: 48.0508)


Total Hours 16


Depending on skill level and assessment scores, students may be required to take the necessary basic skill or prerequisite courses prior to enrolling in the program. Credentialing: OSHA10 

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