Academic Catalog - Welding AAS Degrees
Pipe Welding AAS Degree and Course Information
At Otero College, students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Pipe Welding start with foundational courses in Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air Carbon Arc Gouging, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). They then advance to specialized courses like Pipe Welding I and II, where they learn to weld pipes in multiple positions using the open-root method. The program combines practical training with theoretical knowledge, equipping students for careers in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, and construction.
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| Required Courses | Credits |
| CON 1057 – NCCER Core | 5 |
| WEL 1000 – Safety for Welders | 1 |
| WEL 1001 – Allied Cutting Processes | 4 |
| MAT 1140 – Career Math | 3 |
| WEL 2001 – Gas Metal Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 2002 – Gas Metal Arc Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 1003 – Basic Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 1010 – Advanced Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 1024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 2024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 2030 – Pipe Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 2031 – Pipe Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 2089 – Capstone | 4 |
| WEL 2050 – Layout & Fabrication | 4 |
| Required Courses that Fulfill General Education Requirements – 12 Credits | |
| Written Communications Options ENG 1015 – Technical English and Communication OR ENG 1021 – English Composition I:GT-CO1 OR higher | 3 |
| Communications Options COM 1150 – Public Speaking OR COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: SS3 OR COM 2200 – Intrapersonal Communication OR COM 2220 – Group Communication: SS3 OR COM 2300 – Intercultural Communication: SS3 | 3 |
| Business Options BUS 1015 – Introduction to Business OR BUS 1016 – Personal Finance OR BUS 2016 – Legal Environment of Business OR BUS 2017 – Business Communications OR BUS 2026 – Business Statistics | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 |
Production Welding AAS Degree and Course Information
At Otero College, students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Production Welding start with foundational courses in Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air Carbon Arc Gouging, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). As they advance their welding skills, students engage in specialized courses such as Layout & Fabrication and Applied Metal Properties, focusing on techniques required for high-volume production environments. The program integrates hands-on training with theoretical coursework, preparing graduates for diverse roles in industries like manufacturing, construction, and agriculture.
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| Required Courses | Credits |
| CON 1057 – NCCER Core | 5 |
| WEL 1000 – Safety for Welders | 1 |
| WEL 1001 – Allied Cutting Processes | 4 |
| MAT 1140 – Career Math | 3 |
| WEL 1045 – Intro to Robotics Welding | 2 |
| WEL 2001 – Gas Metal Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 2002 – Gas Metal Arc Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 2004 – Flux Cored Arc Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 1003 – Basic Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 1010 – Advanced Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 1024 – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 2024 – GasTungsten Arc Welding II | 4 |
| WEL 2050 – Layout & Fabrication | 4 |
| WEL 2063 – Applied Metal Properties | 4 |
| Required Courses that Fulfill General Education Requirements – 12 Credits | |
| Written Communications Options ENG 1015 – Technical English and Communication OR ENG 1021 – English Composition I:GT-CO1 OR higher | 3 |
| Communications Options COM 1150 – Public Speaking OR COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: SS3 OR COM 2200 – Intrapersonal Communication OR COM 2220 – Group Communication: SS3 OR COM 2300 – Intercultural Communication: SS3 | 3 |
| Business Options BUS 1015 – Introduction to Business OR BUS 1016 – Personal Finance OR BUS 2016 – Legal Environment of Business OR BUS 2017 – Business Communications OR BUS 2026 – Business Statistics | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 |