Pipe Welding Associate of Applied Technology Degree
The Pipe Welding AAT Degree is an industry-focused program that provides students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed for a successful career in pipe welding. This six-quarter curriculum combines foundational welding theory with emphasizing advanced pipe welding techniques, safety, quality control, and precision.
The program prepares students for entry-level positions in manufacturing, construction, oil and gas, and other industries requiring advanced pipe welding expertise. Students progress from core welding fundamentals and weld theory—to specialized training in flux-cored (FCAW), shielded metal arc (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) for pipe applications. The program also includes coursework in metallurgy, print reading, and materials testing to reinforce technical expertise.
Students pursing an AAT degree must complete all college degree requirements prior to graduation.
Program Length
This degree program is approximately six quarters long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.
Admission Dates
Morning/Afternoon/Evening/Weekend programs: Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring quarters
Program Outcomes
• Use shop tools and equipment for layout and fabrication welding projects.
• Interpret welding blueprints, prints, and technical documentation to accurately plan and execute welding projects.
• Perform multiple welding techniques, including flux-cored arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and gas tungsten arc welding, with an emphasis on procedures tailored for pipe welding.
• Apply advanced skills in pipe welding through specialized courses, preparing for rigorous industry standards and WABO/AWS certification examinations.
• Assess material properties for conducting testing procedures to ensure the integrity and quality of welded pipe joints.
• Adhere to industry safety standards and best practices in both laboratory and field environments, ensuring a safe work process and environment.
• Troubleshoot welding challenges to optimize process performance following WABO/AWS standards.
Completion Requirements
Program Course List
| WLD 106 | Welding Theory | 5 |
| WLD 110 | Thermal Cutting & Gouging | 3 |
| WLD 114 | Industrial Machinery | 4 |
| WLD 117 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding I | 7 |
| WLD 119 | Gas Metal Arc Welding II | 7 |
| WLD 123 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding II | 7 |
| WLD 143 | Materials and Testing | 5 |
| WLD 144 | Print Reading for Welders | 5 |
| WLD 152 | Gas Metal Arc Welding | 7 |
| WLD 157 | Metallurgy | 5 |
| WLD 168 | Flux Cored Arc Welding I | 7 |
| WLD 211 | Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I (GTAW) | 7 |
| WLD 214 | Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II | 7 |
| WLD 223 | GTAW Pipe Welding | 7 |
| WLD 225 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding Pipe | 7 |
| WLD 226 | Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 7 |
| WLD 232 | WABO Test Prep GTAW | 7 |
| WLD 240 | Advanced GTAW | 7 |
| WLD 245 | WABO Test Prep. SMAW | 7 |
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| English Composition | 5 |
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| Public Speaking | 5 |
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| 100-level math class | 5 |
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| Any college-level Science, Social Science, or Humanities course | 5 |
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| COLL 102 | College Success for All | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 136 |