Welding

Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. In this process, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond.

Because of its strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities.

Welding also is used to join beams in the construction of buildings, bridges, and other structures and to join pipes in pipelines, power plants, and refineries.

Welding Inspection

The welding inspection offerings at Houston Community College prepare students for entry level careers as welding inspectors. The training is aligned with industry standards and prepare students to take their certification test with the American Welding Society.

Students who complete the training are responsible for filling out their certification test application and setting up and taking their certification test outside of the formal training provided in these offerings.