Description of Associate in Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology offered by Central Piedmont Community College.

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Possible job titles for graduates

• Welder
• Solderer
• Brazer
• Cutter
• Welding Machine Operator
• Metal worker
• Fabricator

Necessary abilities and qualities

• Arm-hand steadiness, dexterity
• Safety-conscious
• Precision and good vision
• Mechanical and equipment knowledge
• Responsibility, integrity
• Physical strength

Occupation & Professional Information Resources

• O*Net on Welding
• Occupational Outlook Handbook, Welders
• CPCC Library Subject Guide
• American Welding Society (AWS)
• Article about the growth of welding's popularity
• American Chopper
• Monster Garage
• Weld Talk Forum on Hobart Welders.com
• Welder Job Profile, Steve
• Salary.com look up salaries by title and region

Related Job sites

• CPCC Connections
• AWS Job Find
• Job postings
• Employer Locator

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