Welding: Gas Metal / Flux Cored Arc Welding (GMAW)/(FCAW)
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Welding: Gas Metal / Flux Cored Arc Welding (GMAW)/(FCAW) prepares students for industry code certification testing. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Welding as well as certificates in the following areas of specialization are also available: Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous, Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Non-Ferrous, Welding: Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW) Plate, and Welding: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe.
Details
Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Welding: Gas Metal / Flux Cored Arc Welding (GMAW)/(FCAW) (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5851
Total credits required
18
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Adhere to industry safety regulations applicable to welding environments.
- Demonstrate proficient use of machines, tools and equipment in the welding environment.
- Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, prepare various types of weld joints per industry standards.
- Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, perform various types of welds on industry standard joint types in all positions.
- Describe quality control standards and practices applied in welding inspection in the welding industry.
- Interpret technical drawings common to welding.
- Use mathematical skills to solve basic welding problems.
- Solve basic welding problems applying a fundamental understanding of the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of materials.
- Demonstrate quality workmanship in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate professional knowledge and personal accountability.
- Effectively communicate verbally, non-verbally and in writing in various workplace environments.
- Identify the challenges and employment opportunities within the field of welding.
- Identify opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and abilities within the field of welding.
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