MATC 2025-26 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

according to industry and ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting. This course is designed in accordance with AWS SENSE national standard AWS/ANSI QC-10:2004 Specification for Qualification and Registration of Level 1-Entry Level Welders. GTAW and oxyfuel welding are one of four areas of welding concentration in the one-year technical diploma program. WELD-315 Credits: 5 Gas Metal ARC Welding Practices Provides industrial application of gas metal arc welding in all positions on carbon steel. Provides industrial application of flux cored arc welding in all positions on carbon steel. Students apply safety according to industry standards and ANSI A49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting. This course is designed in accordance with AWS SENSE national standard AWS/ANSI QC-10:2004 Specification for Qualification and Registration of Level 1-Entry Level Welders. GMAW and FCAW are two of the four areas of welding concentration in the one-year technical diploma program. WELD-316 Credits: 5 Layout and Setup Practices Provides a focus on the development of layout and basic fabrication skills through a sequence of industrial and AWS SESE weldments that involve the use of GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and SMAW. Students will learn to utilize industrial equipment, power tools, band tools, and layout tools. Students will apply advanced welding skills. Students apply safety according to industrial standards and ANSI A49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting. This course is designed in accordance with AWS SENSE national standard AWS/ANSI QC-10:2004 Specification for Qualification and Registration of Level 1-Entry Level Welders Layout and Setup Practices is the final area of concentration in the one-year welding diploma program. WELD-325 Credits: 5 Basic Heavy Plate Processes Students who complete this Basic Heavy Plate Processes welding course along with Advance Heavy Plate Processes (WELD-329) are eligible for entry-level employment in some of the leading heavy plate employers in the MATC District. Emphasis will be FCAW with 1/16th and 3/32 diameter electrodes. Air carbon arc cutting and gouging will also be addressed. Employment is not guaranteed to anyone; you must prove your welding skills and core abilities such as showing up every day and on time. Most employers engage in strict preemployment drug testing. Prerequisite(s): WELD-327 or WELD-315 WELD-326 Credits: 1 Fundamentals of Semi-Automatic Wire Welding The student develops fundamental knowledge and skill in the safe use of semi-automatic wire welding equipment. Topics discussed include joint details and distortion control, GMAW weld faults, welding, metallurgy, and weld symbol interpretation.

WEBDEV-135

Credits: 3

WELD-301

Credits: 2

User Experience for the Web This course provides a conceptual and practical overview of the processes of creating a user centered design by focusing on the research, content strategy and design phases specific to implementing a user-friendly solution for web design. Students will engage in the research phase to understand business and user needs, goals, and tasks by utilizing various research methods to develop a solid content strategy and interactive prototype to deliver a compelling user experience. WEBDEV-140 Credits: 3 Web Dev With JavaScript/jQuery Students learn JavaScript and how to connect to the jQuery library to develop more interactive websites. Students will learn about functions, event handlers, decision statements and other advanced coding techniques. Some topics include image carousels, lightboxes and other dynamic features. The final project is a website that students will develop incorporating JavaScript and jQuery. Prerequisite(s): Complete WEBDEV-114. WEBDEV-143 Credits: 3 User Experience – UE 2.0 This course will focus on user experience (UE) in determining the level of successful communication and retention realized by the consumer and client; whether it be web interface, exhibit design, 3D environment, mobile platform, etc. WEBDEV-198 Credits: 1 Internship This course prepares students to work in their field of study by giving them practical real job experiences. The fundamentals of resume writing, interviewing, networking and job search techniques are discussed. Students are expected to search, interview and obtain an internship during this time. Prerequisite(s): Complete WEBDEV-134 and INTRN-796. WEBDEV-199 Credits: 3 Portfolio Students prepare to market themselves in the workplace by creating a professional web-based portfolio. Students are expected to research and implement online self-promotional best practices. Ideally this class is taken during the student’s final semester. Participation in an annual portfolio exhibit is required. Some independent research is expected during this process. Prerequisite(s): Complete WEBDEV-133 or WEBDEV-134. Completion of or currently

General Arc Welding This course involves welding in multiple positions on carbon steel using E6013, E6010 and E701B electrodes. Emphasis is on following written directions for exercises and learning to visually assess your performance to AWS standards. Prerequisite(s): Complete WELD-300. WELD-302 Credits: 2 Specialized Arc Welding Emphasis is placed on joint preparation and welding procedures. Proper techniques of using shielded metal arc alloyed electrodes are presented. In addition, preparation, treating and evaluation of coupons that pertain to structural codes are covered. Prerequisite(s): Complete WELD-301. WELD-305 Credits: 1 Fundamentals of Oxyfuel Welding Students develop a fundamental understanding and skill in the use of oxyacetylene welding equipment with an emphasis on safety. Basic joint configurations in the flat and horizontal position and oxyfuel torch cutting will be used. WELD-306 Credits: 2 Fundamentals of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding The purpose of this course is to give students a fundamental knowledge of the gas tungsten arc welding process. The basic principles of equipment setup and operation are taught. Instruction is provided on the proper techniques of welding mild steel sheet metal in and out of Credits: 2 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) This course is designed to give students instruction in the art of TIG welding plate and pipe. Proper equipment operation and setup for nonferrous alloys such as aluminum are also taught. Students also weld stainless steel sheet metal in and out of position. Prerequisite(s): Complete WELD-306. WELD-313 Credits: 5 Shielded Metal ARC Welding Provides industrial application of shielded metal arc welding in all positions on carbon steel. Provides industrial application of thermal cutting on carbon steel. Students apply safety according to industry standards and ANSI A49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting. This course is designed in accordance with AWS SENSE national standard: AWS/ANSI QC-10:2004 Specification for Qualification and Registration of Level 1-Entry Level Welders. SMAW is one of the four areas of welding concentration in the one-year technical diploma program. WELD-314 Credits: 5 Gas Tungsten ARC Welding Provides basic skills in oxyfuel welding, brazing and cutting on carbon steel. Provides industrial application of gas tungsten arc welding in all positions on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum in a lab setting. Students apply safety position. WELD-307

enrolled in WEBDEV-140. WELD – Welding (Department 442) WELD-300

Credits: 1

Fundamentals of Arc Welding The student develops fundamental knowledge and skill in the safe use of shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is on consistent bead development in the flat position with several different types of commonly used electrodes.

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