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Welding Basics Course
Program Description
The Welding Basics class covers the skills needed to start a career as a professional welder. This course covers the most common welding processes.
Focus Areas
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG) / Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW/MIG)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG)
Potential Career Opportunities
- MIG or Stick Welder in a production environment
Program Format
In-person
Educational Level Prerequisites
High School diploma
Expected Outcomes
Non-credit