Welding Technology
CP = Certificate of Proficiency | 1 semester
The Certificate of Proficiency in Welding Technology provides students with foundational welding skills and essential safety training for entry-level employment in fabrication, construction, and industrial settings. Instruction focuses on basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), thermal cutting processes, equipment setup, weld bead development, and shop safety practices. Students learn to interpret basic welding symbols and drawings while producing welds that meet industry-quality standards. This certificate emphasizes hands-on skill development, safe work habits, and practical competencies that prepare students for immediate workforce entry or continued study toward the Welding Technology Technical Certificate.
Offered On Campus
Not Offered Online
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Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate safe welding and cutting practices by applying OSHA guidelines, proper PPE usage, and safe equipment operation in a shop environment.
- Produce basic welds using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) that demonstrate acceptable bead profile, penetration, and overall weld quality in flat and horizontal positions.
- Interpret basic welding symbols and drawings to accurately prepare, assemble, and complete simple welded projects according to specified requirements.