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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Metal Fabrication and enter the workforce. Students explore design, layout, and fabrication concepts in conjunction with several welding processes. This certificate program covers a broad spectrum of welding techniques including: cutting processes, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, blueprint reading, design, layout, and metal fabrication. This program prepares students for entry-level career positions in metal fabrication, welding, and manufacturing businesses.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ELECTIVE | WEL 100 or MTE 105 | 1 |
| WEL 103 | Basic Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 101 | Allied Cutting Processes | 4 |
| WEL 124 | Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 4 |
| ELECTIVE | MTE 106 or WEL 106 | 3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16-17 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| WEL 104 | Basic Shielded Metal Arc II | 4 |
| WEL 125 | Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding | 4 |
| WEL 250 | Layout and Fabrication | 4 |
| WEL 251 | Design, Layout and Fabrication | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |