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General Industrial Technology

Arkansas Northeastern College

CertificateCIP: 48.0508

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This certificate provides an alternative course of study for prospective students who do not initially meet all of the entrance qualifications of ANC. It develops basic skills and knowledge that could be useful in applying for a position with an industrial employer.

Credits

16 credits

Dates

Since Jul 2013

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Requirements

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Blytheville, Arkansas

    2501 S Division, Blytheville, Arkansas, 72316-1109

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

MonitoringOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingQuality Control Analysis

Knowledge

Production and ProcessingAdministration and ManagementDesignMechanical

Abilities

Near VisionControl PrecisionArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityProblem SensitivitySelective AttentionVisualizationInformation OrderingMultilimb CoordinationOral ExpressionFinger DexterityOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive Reasoning

Tasks

  • Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or sp
  • Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using
  • Record operational information on specified production reports.
  • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
  • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conf
  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.

Technology

Electronic mail softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareSpreadsheet softwareOperating system softwareOffice suite softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific software

Tools

Adjustable widemouth pliersArc welding equipmentBall peen hammersBench visesBrazing machinesBrazing robotsC clampsCenter punchesChipping hammersClaw hammersCold-welding machinesComputerized numerical control CNC oxy-fuel systemsDesktop computersDial calipersDiffusion-welding machinesAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir drillsAir scalersAngle findersAnvilsArc voltage measurement instrumentsBandsawsBrakesBrazing equipmentBuffersCalipersComealongsComputerized numerical control CNC programmable welding robot controllers

Work Values

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Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders51-4122.00
  • Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers51-4121.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Blueprints and work orders — read and translate into machine setup parameters with minimal oversight on a mid-volume fabrication line.
  • Welding machines for joining metal assemblies — set up, operate, and tend routinely across common metal types in a production environment.
  • Measuring and testing devices — apply independently to inspect completed workpieces and confirm dimensional conformance to specifications.
  • Machine controls and operating parameters — adjust to correct process deviations when weld quality or output falls outside acceptable limits.
  • Torch tips, wire gauges, and flux selections — choose according to metal thickness and job records without requiring supervisor approval for standard applications.
  • Production report forms and shift logs — complete accurately and consistently, capturing key operational data for supervisory review.
  • Metal surfaces — prepare using grinders, drills, and cutters with consistent technique to meet surface quality requirements before bonding.
  • Component fit-up and part alignment — execute with production measurements calculated independently for familiar assembly configurations.
  • Minor machine stoppages and holding-device errors — identify root cause and resolve by adjusting controls or resetting the machine during routine production shifts.
  • Industrial control software interfaces — navigate to monitor machine status and input setup parameters within established production workflows.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
39%
Placement Rate
60%