Welding students learn to use gases and welding processes and to braze and solder metal parts according to diagrams, blueprints, and written specifications. Industry credentials, or certifications, are offered at all levels of welding in accordance with American Welding Society National Certification (SENSE) and D1.1 Structural Steel Code. Some courses may allow students to earn college credits through dual enrollment with Northern Virginia Community College.
This career pathway includes:
Welding Career Pathway
Course Name
Grade Level
Course Credits
Dual Enrollment Option
Welding 1
10-11
1 credit
Yes
Welding 2
11-12
2 credits (double-block)
Yes
Welding 3
12
2 credits (double-block)
Yes
Note: Applications for this program are open for rising 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students.
Program Type
Transfer Program – Students participating in this program will transfer to the program location for all courses and activities. Express Bus Transportation is available to accepted students living outside the program location boundaries through Specialty Program Transportation.
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View course sequencing and additional program information in the course catalog.