About
Kodiak College’s Undergraduate Certificate, Welding in Kodiak, Alaska, develops technical skills in shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, plasma arc cutting, metal fabrication, and technical drawing. The certificate prepares graduates for entry-level welding technician positions and covers applications of welding procedures, specifications, workplace safety, and technical drawings. Coursework includes welding, occupational safety, college writing, human relations, mathematics, and a technical internship. The program requires 30–31 credits, with requirements including Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Welding of High Strength Steels, Technical Drawings for Welders, and Selected Topics in Welding Technology. Admission requires completion of the Application and Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Certificate Programs.
Organization
Kodiak College
Kodiak College is a college in Kodiak, Alaska, offering occupational training in Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding, and Welding. Its academic offerings include degrees and certificates, along with community education classes and education-abroad opportunities. The college provides academic pathways and advising resources for students pursuing postsecondary study, as well as financial aid, placement testing, student coaching, disability support, and technology support. Kodiak College also supports adult education, including GED, ESL, and college-preparation resources, although those offerings are separate from its occupational programs. The institution is part of the University of Alaska system, as reflected by its connections to UAOnline and UAA resources.