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Shielded Metal ARC Welding Certificate Program
The Shielded Metal ARC Welding (SMAW) Technical certificate program prepares an individual for employment within the welding and fabrication industry as well as similar working environments where SMAW 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
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Shielded Metal ARC Welding (SMAW) 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 6 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 37 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL CORE COURSES | 5 | |
| MAT 100* | General Mathematics (OL) | 5 |
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 34 | |
| WLD 100* | Introduction to Welding | 6 |
| WLD 101* | Oxyfuel Cutting | 4 |
| WLD 103* | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| WLD 104* | Shielded Metal ARC Welding I-Flat Position | 6 |
| WLD 105* | Shielded Metal ARC Welding II-Horizontal Position | 6 |
| WLD 106* | Shielded Metal ARC Welding III-Vertical Position | 6 |
| WLD 107* | Shielded Metal ARC Welding IV-Overhead Position | 6 |
* "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: $2,188
Books/Supplies: $525