Pathway: Fabrication & Welding
The Fabrication and Welding Pathway is designed to help students develop the technical qualifications and life skills needed to begin a career in the welding industry. It includes both courses in welding and manufacturing. A variety of welding processes are used to join units of metal. As a welder, you may work for shipyards, manufacturers, contractors, federal, state, county, and city governments, or firms requiring maintenance mechanics.
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Fabrication & Welding Courses
Required and elective courses must equal 2.5 credits to receive pathway endorsement.
| Course | Grade | MHS Credit | College Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | |||
| Fabrication 1 | 9-12 | 0.5 | No |
| Fabrication 2 | 9-12 | 0.5 | No |
| Advanced Fabrication 1 | 10-12 | 0.5 | Yes |
| Advanced Fabrication 2 | 10-12 | 0.5 | No |
| Fabrication Internship 1 | 11-12 | 0.5 | No |
| elective | |||
| Fabrication Internship 2 | 11-12 | 0.5 | No |
Required Courses
Fabrication 1
Course ID: 1320241
Fabrication 1 is an introduction to metal fabrication processes, shop safety, and hand tool and equipment safety. Students will also explore careers and essential job skills. The course includes an introduction to SMAW (E7024, E6013), GMAW, Oxy-Acetylene welding and Handheld Plasma cutting.
Grades: 9-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
Fabrication 2
Course ID: 1320242
Fabrication 2 is the continued development of fabrication and welding skills, including SMAW (E7018, E6010), GMAW (emphasis on weld positions), Handheld Plasma Cutting, and Oxy-Acetylene cutting and layout. Additional hand tools and shop equipment will be introduced. Students will learn essential skills for project planning, time management and career development.
Grades: 9-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
Prerequisites:
Advanced Fabrication 1
Course ID: 1320251
Advanced Fabrication 1 is the movement from intermediate to advanced welding skills. Welding processes SMAW (E7018, E6010), GMAW, GTAW and FCAW. All welding positions will be emphasized (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead). Additional hand tools and shop equipment will be introduced. Course includes an introduction to CNC Plasma table and individual project planning.
Grades: 10-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
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Advanced Fabrication 2
Course ID: 1320252
Advanced Fabrication 2 students will continue to improve and apply their skills to group projects. All previous welding and fabrication processes From Advanced Fabrication 1 will be applied to complete projects for school or the community. Project emphasis will be on planning, time management, print reading, and documentation. Group presentations will be required for project completion.
Grades: 10-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
Prerequisites:
Fabrication Internship 1
Course ID: 1324841
Fabrication Internship 1 will focus on the development of employability skills and working with industry partners. Internal school projects or community projects will be completed in the MHS shop. Students will plan, develop and participate in annual sales events, activities and competitions in the winter and spring.
Grades: 11-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
Elective Courses
Fabrication Internship 2
Course ID: 1324851
Students will continue to focus on the development of employability skills and working with industry partners. Industry Recognized Credentials (IRC’s) will be emphasized for student achievement. Internal school projects or community projects will be completed in the MHS shop. Students will plan, develop and participate in annual sales events, activities and competitions in the winter and spring. Student age and industry partner availability will determine some course work.
Grades: 11-12
Credits: 0.5 - Applied Arts, Elective, Pathway
Fee: $43.00
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