Semi-Automatic Welding - Certificate of Achievement
Plan Code: 3979
This program will emphasize advance welding skills in the GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) processes. Course work includes a comprehensive study with an emphasis on application of fundamental welding techniques and safe industry practices. Potential careers that the program prepares students for include, but are not limited to, Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters, Sheet Metal Workers, as well as Structural Iron and Steel Workers.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced level skills to produce quality welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using semi-automatic welding processes: GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding).
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| MTFAB 260 | Blueprint Reading for Metal Fabrication | 3 |
| MTFAB 270 | Metallurgy | 2.5 |
| WELD 50 | Introduction to Welding | 3.5 |
| WELD 213 | Introduction to Semi-Automatic Welding | 3.5 |
| WELD 471 | Semi-Automatic Welding (GMAW and FCAW) | 1 |
| WELD 472 | Gas Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 483 | Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding | 2 |
| Total Units | 17.5 | |