Welding Technology (WELT-AAS-TE), A.A.S.

Location(s): Ferris Main Campus

Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology focuses on hands-on laboratory experience in welding processes, metallurgy, mechanical testing, inspection, and fabrication of weldments. In addition to core Welding Technology classes, courses in material science, electronics, and machine tool disciplines are required and are taught by faculty specialists in those departments.

Graduates of the program become technicians involved in testing and improving welding processes, procedures, and equipment. Welding Technology graduates hold job titles as welding technicians, welding supervisors, inspectors, and sales representatives. Also, the associate degree prepares students for admission into the Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering Technology.

The Welding Technology program is housed in the newly renovated state-of-the-art Swan Building facility with the latest industry equipment technology.

Program Outcomes

An ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities.
An ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge.
An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments.
An ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
An ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined engineering technology problems.
An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Admission Requirements

New Student Admission Requirements

2.75 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.74 with college approval)
Minimum Composite Score of ACT 19/SAT 990, Math Score of ACT 19/SAT 500, English ACT 14/SAT 450 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Placement into MATH 115

Transfer Student Admission Requirements

3.00 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
MATH 110 with a grade of B or higher
ENGL 74 with a grade of B or higher

University Requirements - 22 to 23 Credits Required

First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required

All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy

University General Education Requirements - 22 Credits Required

Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for an associate degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage

Communication Competency - 6 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)

ENGL 150 - English 1 Credit Hours: 3
ENGL 250 - English 2 Credit Hours: 3

Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)

Choose 1 of 4
MATH 115 - Intermediate Algebra Credit Hours: 3
Official Pre-2016 Math SAT Score of 560 or Higher
Official Post-2016 Math SAT Score of 580 or Higher
Official Math ACT Score of 24 or Higher

Natural Sciences Competency - 4 Credits Required

One course is required with a minimum of 3 credits: must be a lab course.

Additional General Education Requirements - 3 Credits Required

These courses are additional General Education courses to meet the requirements for this specific program.

MATH 120 - Trigonometry Credit Hours: 3

College Requirements - 42 Credits Required

Major Courses - 33 Credits Required

WELD 111 - Welding Processes 1 Lecture Credit Hours: 3
WELD 112 - Welding Graphics Credit Hours: 3
WELD 113 - Welding Processes 1 Lab Credit Hours: 4
WELD 121 - Welding Processes 2 Lecture Credit Hours: 3
WELD 123 - Welding Processes 2 Lab Credit Hours: 4
WELD 211 - Welding Fabrication 1 Credit Hours: 5
WELD 212 - Quality Testing Credit Hours: 4
WELD 221 - Welding Fabrication 2 Credit Hours: 4
WELD 222 - Intro to Welding Automation Credit Hours: 3

Technical Related Courses - 9 Credits Required

MFGT 150 - Manufacturing Processes Credit Hours: 2
EAET 201 - Electrical Fundamentals Credit Hours: 3
MATL 240 - Intro to Material Science Credit Hours: 4

Notes

Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.

University Graduation Requirements

These are the minimum graduation requirements for an associate degree at Ferris State University:

All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
A minimum of 60 credits must be earned.
A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
A minimum of 15 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.