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College of Engineering & Technology

Welding Technology

MIG, TIG and stick welding to AWS certification standard, in one semester of shop time.

CertificateEngineeringCertificate1 semester18 credits

About this program

A one-semester, shop-intensive certificate covering MIG, TIG and stick welding across steel and aluminum, taught to the American Welding Society D1.1 structural code. Most students test for AWS certification during their final weeks.

What you will be able to do

  • Perform MIG, TIG and stick welds to AWS D1.1 code
  • Read and execute welding symbols from fabrication drawings
  • Weld across carbon steel, stainless and aluminum
  • Prepare for AWS certification testing

Courses you will take

A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.

Required program core
CourseTitle
WELD 110Welding Fundamentals
WELD 130MIG & TIG Processes
WELD 150Blueprint Reading for Welders

Where graduates go

  • Structural Welder
  • Pipe Welder
  • Fabricator
  • Welding Inspector (with experience)

Median starting salary for recent graduates: $54,600. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 99%.

DegreeCertificate
Credits18
Typical length1 semester
CollegeENGR
Median starting salary$54,600
Placement99%

Take the next step.

Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.

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