Welding and Pipe Fitting

  • Students involved in welding

    This course will serve as an introduction to the principles and fundamentals of maritime welding, as well as exposure to the overall requirements of the industry. Topics covered in the first year include, but are not limited to welding processes, safety in the workplace, construction math, employability skills, communication skills and material handling skills. This trade requires an in-depth knowledge of key scientific theories and principals that include electricity, metallurgy, physics, chemistry and other fundamental concepts that comprise electric arc welding, cutting and metal joining technologies.