This certificate will give students an introduction into pipe welding with all of the four major welding processes used in the industry. These include SMAW, GMAW, FCAW-G, FCAW-S, and GTAW.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| WELD 017 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Advanced | 3 |
| WELD 047 | Preparation for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe | 3 |
| WELD 048 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) - Pipe | 4 |
| WELD 082 | Gas Metal Arc Welding - Advanced | 3 |
| WELD 092 | Flux Cored Arc Welding - Advanced | 3 |
| Total Units | 16 | |
Students working for certificates must have a basic knowledge of arithmetic, reading and writing in order to learn and work in the occupations they select.
This is a Gainful Employment Program
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Show an understanding of the safety precautions for working in a welding lab and demonstrate an awareness of the importance of safety in welding.
- Use tools related to the welding industries.
- Read and interpret prints and shop drawings to produce quality welds.
- Read and understand Welder Procedure Specification to produce quality welds.
- Fabricate and layout parts that meet quality standards.
- Pass a Welder Performance Qualification Test that meets the standard of acceptability to a National Standard.