In this 300-hour welding course, students will learn all the basics from safety, blueprints, and welder setup, to the welding of the 5 typical weld joints, in all positions, according to the American Welding Society for the MIG & Flux Core (GMAW/FCAW) welding processes.

 

As students advance, we continue to build on the basics of safety and welder setup as well as the welding of the 5 typical weld joints according to the AWS. A more in-depth focus on blueprints with project-based learning and out-of-position and complete joint penetration welds.

 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the opportunity to become a qualified welder per AWS standards, complete with industry-recognized welder certifications and certificates of completion from American Welding Laboratories.

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• Setup, usage, and safety of cutting torch, plate beveling machine and plasma cutter

• Grinder usage and safety

• Shop safety

• AWS Welding symbols, terms, and definitions

• Interpretation of blueprints for practical applications

• Setup and maintenance of MIG welding equipment

• MIG & Flux welding of the typical joints in all positions

• Complete joint penetration welds in all positions

• Study of the AWS D1.1 code visual acceptance criteria

• Proper preparation of weld test coupons per AWS D1.1

• Upon successful completion the opportunity to become a certified welder per AWS specifications