Welding

This competitive program teaches students to design, engineer, build, and troubleshoot complex metal fabrication challenges. Through high-level training and challenging competitions, students perfect modern welding processes while earning welding certifications.

Mike Bufka | 314.989.7429 | Send an Email

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Prerequisites

Subject	Sophomore Year		Junior Year
	After 1st Semester	After 2nd Semester	After 1st Semester
English	1.5	1.5	2
Math	1	1.5	2
Science	.5	1	1.5
Social Studies	.5	1	1.5
Minimum Core Needed Includes credits from ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies, PLUS up to 1/2 credit Health, 1/2 credit Personal Finance , and 1 credit PE	5	6.5	8
Minimum Total Credits Needed	9	12	15

A welding student holds a torch and leans on a gas tank

Your School Supplies

Tools & Equipment

Uniform Requirements

Academic Materials

Credits & Certifications

High School Credit

College Credit

Ranken Technical College and State Technical College - college credit opportunities exist through credit for prior learning or credit by assessment

College credit and certification are not guaranteed. Their attainment is dependent on student performance in both the course and on external industry assessments. All certifications are through external agencies and the accommodations permitted will vary from assessment to assessment. Additionally, students must participate in the full two years of the program to be potentially eligible for all certifications listed.

Certifications

American Welding Society (AWS) – multiple entry-level welding certifications available
S/P2 Safety Certification
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – 10 hour

Core Essential Skills

Core Essential Skills

Core Essential Skills

Essential Processing Skills Needed for Success

Independently perform basic computer skills; for example manage passwords and access online platforms
Apply problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to follow simple and multi-step verbal and/or written instructions
Demonstrate willingness to ask for help
Ability to manage one’s time; for example, to complete an assignment/project within a given time frame
Ability to accept constructive feedback and adjust work accordingly
Adhere to and follow all program safety rules and expectations and assume personal responsibility for safety
Ability to manage the demands and organizational needs of attending 2 different schools
Ability to communicate information effectively with peers and instructor while using technical terminology
Work independently, both individually and in groups, while maintaining a positive and professional attitude
Understand and use basic math computations; including percentages, fractions, decimals, tape measure and standard units of measurement
Take initiative to start task(s) once instructions have been given
Willingness and ability to adhere to a professional dress code and/or uniform
Ability to learn and safely operate/use cutting tools and other sharp objects independently
Ability to learn and independently operate/use industrial grade power tools, heavy machinery, and welding tools which produce extreme heat and fire hazards

Essential Physical Skills Needed for Success

Keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position
Make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
Able to climb, lift and carry objects of 50 pounds or more, and handle taxing physical activity
Ability to stand and work for extended periods of time
Tolerate a welding environment which includes high places, small spaces, extreme temperatures, dirty spaces, loud noises, and a variety of welding-related smells
Stand, kneel, or lie on the ground for extended periods of time
Good hand eye coordination
See details at close range (within a few inches of the observer)

How will my time be spent?

Program Year	Classroom Time	Lab Time
CTE Year One	30%	70%
CTE Year Two	20%	80%