Learn the principles and practices of welding, with an emphasis on welding processes and safety regarding hazards such as extreme temperatures, burn hazards, dust and noise. Both shielded metal arc, or stick, welding and gas tungsten arc, or TIG, welding are covered.
Welders are in great demand in construction, manufacturing and fabrication in industries such as building and bridge construction, power plants, metalworking and aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Career opportunities also exist in sales, quality control, supervision and welding-related self-employment.
Industry-recognized credential(s): United Association Certification in Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Certification in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Complete course in: Six months or less
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Welding Courses
Industrial Welding - Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW)
Course ID: WLD-3106B1 | Overview
Welders are the backbone of industry – and are in short supply. Salaries for skilled welders are high, and job opportunities are plentiful. This course will introduce you to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), commonly known as “stick welding.” The focus is on padding and fillet welds in various positions with SMAW electrodes and also includes oxy-acetylene torch cutting and safety. Upon completion, you’ll be able to apply fillet welds to join carbon plate steel in various positions with designated electrodes, and demonstrate proficiency with an oxy-acetylene cutting torch.
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Welding
Course ID: WLD-3106Y1 | Overview
This course introduces the principles and practices of welding, with an emphasis on welding processes and hazards such as extreme temperatures, burn hazards, dust, and noise. Course content will be specific to SMAW (stick) welding with the potential to progress to GTAW (TIG) welding. Students will cover welding safety, care and use of tools and equipment, oxy-fuel safety and equipment, base metal preparation, and joint designs. Students will complete a welding project and be able to take industry-specific certification exams. Students can expect to find employment in construction or manufacturing environments.
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