Provides basic instruction to students in welding technology theory and lab courses; to include shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, flux cored arc and gas tungsten arc processes and procedures, basic blueprint reading, manual and CNC plasma cutting and industrial safety. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate; incorporates the latest classroom technology when available and appropriate into instructional activities.