SREB Automated Materials Joining in North Carolina
North Carolina's SREB automated materials joining pathway prepares students for careers in advanced welding and automated joining processes. Students develop expertise in robotic welding, automated systems, materials science, and process optimization. Growing advanced manufacturing sector creates opportunities for skilled technicians.
Curriculum covers welding fundamentals, robotic welding systems, process control, quality standards, and advanced joining techniques. Students operate robotic and automated welding equipment in realistic manufacturing settings. Learning emphasizes precision and process optimization.
Graduates work as robotic welding operators, welding technicians, process engineers, and manufacturing technicians for automotive suppliers, aerospace manufacturers, and advanced manufacturing companies. Many advance to process engineering and supervision roles.
SREB Automated Materials Joining at a Glance
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Courses
8
Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
North Carolina's SREB automated materials joining curriculum aligns with SREB and manufacturing standards. Students complete 4-6 pathway units covering automated joining and process control as defined by NC DPI and SREB.
Programs teach robotic welding systems and advanced joining processes. Students develop hands-on automated welding skills.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course | Code |
|---|---|
| Welding Technology I | IM61 |
| Welding Technology II | IM62 |
| Welding Technology III | IM63 |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Robotic Welding Operator
Entry LevelSalary range: $44,560 - $60,040
Adjusted for cost of living: $47,334
Welding Technician
ExperiencedSalary range: $44,560 - $60,040
Adjusted for cost of living: $52,964
Process Control Specialist
ExperiencedSalary range: $56,410 - $103,310
Adjusted for cost of living: $81,889
Manufacturing Engineer
ExperiencedSalary range: $79,540 - $115,970
Adjusted for cost of living: $103,197
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at automotive suppliers, aerospace manufacturers, and advanced manufacturing companies throughout North Carolina.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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