Manufacturing & Welding
All State Approved CTE courses meet SD High School graduation requirement.
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WELDING II
CTM-3220
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two Hour block, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Welding I, Open to grade 9-12
Location: Offered at CTE Academy only
Concurrent credit available for this course.
Students will improve work and safety skills taught in Welding I; make and use workable plans for school and personal projects; improve out-of-position welding skills with S.M.A.W. (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), G.T.A.W. (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) and G.M.A.W. (Gas Metal Arc Welding); become proficient in use of plasma cutter and wire feed welding processes. Students will prepare for Advanced Welding by accomplishing pre-hiring paperwork, such as resume, OSHA safety training, and interview skills.
ADVANCED WELDING & FABRICATION
CTM-3230
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two Hour block, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Welding I & II, Open to grade 11-12
Location: Offered at CTE Academy only
This course in intended to prepare students for their American Welding Society exam.
Concurrent credit available for this course.
Students will be exposed to gas tungsten arc welding, aluminum welding, gouging, blueprint reading, and heavy duty welding applications for large scale welding projects. Students will be expected to shadow a professional in the field to understand the physical attributes of the career and will be eligible to participate in a field experience through the Senior Experience Internship. The knowledge gained from previous classes will enhance their ability to use CNC Cutting equipment.