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Follow along as welding student Erin Beaver crafts an amazing entry for the 2019 SkillsUSA welding sculpture competition.
Welding Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
About this program
From manufacturing and construction to artistic exploration, welding is a craft that crosses industry lines. At Penn College, you’ll be part of a community of creators. Mastering practical skills to take on in-demand careers in this thriving field. In this ABET-accredited program you’ll explore theories. Challenge and test concepts. And apply skills, methods, and techniques in advanced learning labs using tools and technology just like you’ll find in the field.
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
Careers
- Welding technician
- Welding supervisor
- Welding inspector
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- Flux Cored I (WEL132)
- Shielded Metal Arc I (WEL114)
- Flux Cored II (WEL136)
- Shielded Metal Arc II (WEL116)
- Gas Metal Arc I (WEL120)
- Gas Tungsten Arc I (WEL123)
- Gas Metal Arc II (WEL124)
- Gas Tungsten Arc II (WEL129)
- Welding Blueprint & Layout (WEL102)
- Advanced Semi-Automatic Processes I (WEL211)
- Shielded Metal Arc III (WEL221)
- Advanced Semi-Automatic Processes II (WEL212)
- Shielded Metal Arc V (WEL223)
- Basic CNC Programming (WEL240)
- Introduction to Metallurgy (MSC106)
- Gas Tungsten Arc III (WEL215)
- Shielded Metal Arc IV/Pipe Welding (WEL225)
- Gas Tungsten Arc IV (WEL220)
- Shielded Metal Arc VI/Pipe Welding (WEL227)
- Robotic Welding (WEL249)
- Non-Destructive Testing I (QAL241)
- Welding Blueprint & Layout II (WEL252)
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
Student Experience
"The most satisfying part is that you're taking something from nothing and creating whatever you want from it. This is exactly what I want to do. I love this."
Erin Beaver
Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Oct 7
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, October 7 8:30 AM - 3 PM
Nov 5
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, November 5 8:30 AM - 3 PM
ABET-Accredited Program
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org),, under the General Criteria.
Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.
Internship
Your knowledge in practice
Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand.
Student Life
Lead and put your skills to the test
American Welding Society (AWS)
Being a part of the AWS allows students to network and learn and sharpen the skills needed for a successful career in the welding industry.
SkillsUSA
Participation in SkillsUSA gives students a chance to compete in more than 80 national competitions.
Student Organizations at Penn College
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
Penn College News
09.20.2023
Take a video tour of welding & metal fabrication at Penn College
Virtually check out the welding labs inside Penn College's expansive Lycoming Engines Metal Trades Center – home to such equipment as an electron beam welder, CNC plasma cutters, robotic equipment, non-destructive testing areas and so much more.
09.08.2023
Labor Day week appropriately features hiring events
There was no shortage of networking opportunities during the holiday-curtailed week, as Career Services kicked off its September lineup of Recruitment Days. Among programs in the spotlight were automated manufacturing & machining, welding & metal fabrication, and nursing.
06.27.2023
Penn College students lead in manufacturing scholarships
Pennsylvania College of Technology students received nearly a third of all scholarships from a national foundation devoted to skilled manufacturing careers. Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs – the foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International – awarded the $1,500-$2,500 scholarships to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a certificate or degree program leading to a manufacturing career.
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Student Experience
The community as their classroom
Let the competition begin!
Our all-women welding team brought home the gold at the recent SkillsUSA competition.
More Information
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org), under the General Criteria.
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
Tools
Students should review the Welding Tools & Supplies to determine what tools and supplies they will need to purchase. The Welding department realizes that some students may not need to purchase the entire list of supplies. These students may contact the School Office for guidance in purchasing their supplies. The College Store can provide the complete kit.
Personal Protection Equipment
- Leather work shoes (safety toes optional)
- Safety glasses
- Welding helmet with #10 lens
- Cutting goggles with #5 lens
- Welding jacket
- Welding gloves (SMAW & GTAW)
Personal Protection Equipment and tools are available for purchase through The College Store .
- Mr. Robert Blauser, '96, '00, Vice President of Operations, GSM Industrial
- Mr. Richard A Conrad, Jr., '02, Field Application Engineer, Hobart/Miller Electric
- Mr. Jacob D Fisher, '10, Plant Manager, High Steel Structures LLC.
- Mr. Eric F Geier, '17, Operations Leadership Rotation Future Leader, Aerojet Rocketdyne
- Mr. Wayne A Leone, Welder Training & Testing for Susq. Nuclear Power Plant, PP&L
- Mr. Michael Sebergandio, '01, '03, Quality Engineer - Welding, Case New Holland
- Mr. Brian A Thompson, Owner, Jasper Steel Works, LLC
- Mr. Richard Wagoner, Principal Construction Training Leader, UGI Utilities
- Mr. Dave Watson, Sales Engineer, Lincoln Electric