[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Dr. Brendon Kirby” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Full-Time Faculty, Welding Technology<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Biography” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Brendon Kirby brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of welding technology. With over two decades of hands-on practical knowledge in welding, construction management, and technical education, Dr. Kirby has become a recognized leader in his field. He earned a Doctor of Education in Community College Leadership from California State University, Fullerton, where his qualitative research explored stakeholder goals and desired student outcomes in community college welding programs.<\/p>\n Dr. Kirby\u2019s commitment to excellence is evidenced through his contributions to industry-leading textbooks such as the 6th edition of Welding Fundamentals and the 12th edition of Modern Welding. His dedication to student success has led to achievements like guiding students to gold and silver medals at state-level SkillsUSA welding competitions and acquiring over $466,000 in funding to enhance the Fullerton College Welding Department through the Strong Workforce Program.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Education” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Professional Involvement and Achievements” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Kirby is an active contributor to professional organizations such as the American Welding Society (AWS), serving as the Los Angeles\/Inland Empire Section Chair and a voting member of the D1 Structural Welding Code Qualification subcommittee. In 2024, he received the prestigious Section Meritorious Award for his contributions to the welding industry.<\/p>\n His academic and industry involvement includes curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and acting as a subject matter expert for the development of AWS Welding Procedure Qualifier (WPQ2) certification exams. Additionally, Dr. Kirby has participated in national conferences, such as FABTECH and AWS professional programs, where he continues to advocate for advancements in welding technology education.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Biography” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Kirby holds numerous industry certifications, including:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Teaching Philosophy” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As a full-time faculty member at Fullerton College, Dr. Kirby emphasizes safety, innovation, and industry relevance in his teaching. He is deeply committed to preparing students for successful careers in welding and related trades, fostering technical excellence, and encouraging lifelong learning.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Community and Campus Engagement” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Kirby is actively involved in community outreach and campus initiatives. He has coordinated events such as AWS Student Nights and industry tours, collaborated on curriculum enhancements, and provided mentorship to students aspiring to enter the welding industry. Additionally, Dr. Kirby currently serves as an alternate faculty senator representing the Technology and Engineering (T&E) Division and has served in numerous other campus roles and on committees including Smart Start Saturday, North Orange County Community College District Equivalency, Puente, Winter Session Task Force, T&E Career Fair Planning, etc. His efforts in promoting technical education have helped bridge the gap between academia and industry.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For more information about Dr. Kirby\u2019s work or to connect, please email bkirby@fullcoll.edu<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Useful Links” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n American Welding Society Safety Literature<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>https:\/\/www.aws.org\/standards-and-publications\/free-resources\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Los Angeles\/Inland Empire Section of the American Welding Society:<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/sections.aws.org\/losangeles-inlandempire\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Long Beach\/Orange County Section of the American Welding Society:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>https:\/\/sections.aws.org\/longbeach-orangecounty\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Link to Dr. Kirby\u2019s Dissertation research<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/zenodo.org\/records\/7838600#.ZEB09uzMITU<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Fullerton College Welding Technology webpage: <\/span>https:\/\/techeng.fullcoll.edu\/technology-and-engineering\/welding-technology\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n American Welding Society Safety in Welding course (free version)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>https:\/\/www.aws.org\/certification-and-education\/education\/safety-in-welding\/#modules<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n American Welding Society Careers in Welding (Job Postings)<\/span><\/p>\n
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