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Gas Tungsten ARC Welding Certificate Program

The Gas Tungsten ARC Welding (GTAW) Technical certificate program prepares an individual for employment within the welding and fabrication industry as well as similar working environments where GTAW applications are required.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The demand for trained welders is great, with many well paying job opportunities available upon pro-gram completion.

LICENSURE

There is no specific licensure that applies to either welding program. However, graduates of this program would be better prepared to qualify for select industry certifications and those employers conduct.

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

• Submit a completed application and application fee;
• Be at least 16 years of age;
• Meet the following assessment requirements:

  Test	Reading	Writing	Numerical	Algebra
  ASSET	33	32	31
  COMPASS	47	14	19
  SAT		430	400
  ACT		18	16
  CPE	75	75	75

GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING CURRICULUM

The standard curriculum for the Gas Tungsten ARC Welding (GTAW) certificate program is designed for the quarter system. Students are encouraged to begin the program in the Fall quarter to maximize their progress toward completion. However, students may begin the program any quarter. The program generally takes 4 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 17 credit hours.

CURRICULUM OUTLINE		CREDITS
OCCUPATIONAL COURSES		17
WLD 100*	Introduction to Welding	6
WLD 101*	Oxyfuel Cutting	4
WLD 110*	Gas Tungsten Arc Welding	4
Elective	Choose a 3 hour elective (WLD 103 Blueprint Reading)	3

 

* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
(OL) designation indicates course is available online in selected quarters.

PROGRAM COSTS

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)

Tuition/Fees: $1,047

Books/Supplies: $325