Robotic & Laser Welding

• Students will weld to visual acceptance criteria per applicable American Welding Society standards in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
• Students will prepare weld joints and perform welding operations using welding symbol information.
• Students will follow established procedures and policies regarding personal protective gear, shop safety and welding equipment.
• Students will visually examine all work for discontinuities and defects with the knowledge of industry specification.
• Students will work in a team environment and accept constructive criticism.
  Students will operate safely and proficiently using Oxy-fuel, Plasma and Carbon Air Arc equipment.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to weld to entry level standard per American Welding Society on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Demonstrate ability to operate robots and lasers safely.
• Program robotic and arc welders.
• Develop weld schedules and edit weld programs.
• Program and cut parts using CNC laser cutting equipment.
• Develop laser welding and programs.
• Document results of weld procedure and qualification tests.

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and strive for excellence. A career choice in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined, melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

With greater safety, improve productivity, and quality, the combination of robotics and laser, companies see an increase manufacturing speed, affordable materials, and better rates for their clients. This growing field will expand in many different areas including but not limited to automotive plants, machine shops, and global market.

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

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Some courses in this program may require a prerequisite. Please see course descriptions for more details.

MnTC General Education Requirements

This program requires completion of the following fifteen credits of general education from at least three goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Refer to the MnTC course list for elective courses:

Program Sequence

Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills need to take a national certification examination.

• American Welding Society’s (AWS) Welding Code
• Certified Robotic Welding Certification (CRAW)

Welding 
AAS degree, Diploma, Certificate

Welding Fabricator
Certificate

Pipe Welder
Certificate