Hickory High
Grade 12Welding (DCTC)

Hickory HighWelding (DCTC)

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Two-year vocational program. Provides theoretical and practical experience in welding and related technical skills. Covers shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, blueprint reading, oxy-acetylene flame cutting, and plasma cutting on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Students receive welding certifications upon completion. May earn up to 16 articulated credits through Ozarks Technical Community College.

Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA 2.50 or higher; minimum 95% attendance during sophomore year; no more than 2 ISS placements; must be in good credit standing and scheduled to graduate

Grades: 11-12

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