Variant of CIP 2000 - NGS University-level Historical Groupings

• 9 - Other
• 99 - Programs Below University Level and Not-for-credit
• 48. - Precision Production
• 48.05 - Precision Metal Working

48.0508 - Welding Technology/Welder

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. These programs include courses in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding processes and heat treating, structural design, safety, and applicable codes and standards.

• Example Program Names:

  • Arc welding
  • High pressure welding
  • Industrial welding
  • Pressure welding
  • Underwater welding
  • Welder
  • Welding
  • Welding technician
  • Welding technology

• Exclusion

  • Welding engineering technology(15.0699)
  • Sheet metal(48.0506)
  • Ironworker(48.0509)
  • Sculpture(50.0709)