Associate of Applied Science Degree
The associate of applied science degree with specialization in welding technology parallels the high technological demands in the joining and fabrication areas of manufacturing industries. The welding laboratory contains state-of-the-art equipment for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), as well as multiple thermal cutting process applications. The subject matter and laboratory experiences in the welding technology program provide training for the serious welding technologist, with emphasis on welding skill development, welding metallurgy, weldment evaluation and testing, and related technical courses. A pathway to certification in nondestructive testing (NDT) is also available for students interested in weld inspection. Students can take individual NDT courses or pursue the entire certificate for additional credentials. The MCCC welding technology program articulates with Ferris State University’s and Wayne State University’s four-year degree programs.
Certificate programs are also available for students interested in rapid skills development with an accelerated pathway into the welding industry. MCCC offers both beginning and advanced welding certificates as well as offers AWS SENSE QC-10 and QC-11 welding process certifications. MCCC also has been a certified MDOT testing facility for the past five years.
Career Opportunities
Students are prepared for many welding-related careers and trades, including welding inspection, sales, service, design, maintenance and engineering. The college offers state and American Welding Society welder certification testing. Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level employment in the following areas:
- Engineering technician
- Pipefitter
- Production welder
- Weld inspector
- Welder/fabricator
- Welding metallurgy technician
- Welding sales/service technician
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