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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 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.
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First Semester
| WEL 100 | Safety for Welders | 1 |
| WEL 103 | Basic Shielded Metal Arc I | 4 |
| WEL 101 | Allied Cutting Processes | 4 |
| WEL 124 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 106 | Blueprint Reading for Welders and Fitters | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Second Semester
| WEL 104 | Basic Shielded Metal Arc II | 4 |
| WEL 203 | Flux Cored Arc Welding I | 4 |
| WEL 250 | Layout and Fabrication | 4 |
| WEL 251 | Design, Layout & Fabrication | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |