Welding
PrograM Overview
The Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder certificate program prepares students for careers in the welding and joining industry. This certificate emphasizes arc welding in the flat position and is prerequisite to the advanced certificate, OSM1: Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder. The advanced program provides instruction in shielded metal arc welding in the overhead, horizontal, and vertical positions.
Career opportunities: Graduates are employable at an entry level in the welding field.
Program Snapshot
Program DE Requirement:
24 credits (out of 30 max)
Required Program Courses:
WELD 1000: Introduction to Welding Technology (4 DE credits)
WELD 1010: Oxyfuel Cutting (4 DE credits)
WELD 1040: Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4 DE credits)
WELD 1050: Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding (4 DE credits)
WELD 1060: Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding
WELD 1070: Overhead Shielded Metal Welding (4 DE credits)
Total College Credits Earned:
24
Total High School Credits Earned:
6
Technical Certificates Earned:
Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Program Length:
2 semesters (fall and spring)
*optional second-year/advanced level*
Estimated Cost:
Approximately $325
Cost breakdown:
Books: Supplied by WGTC *student will be charged if the textbook is not returned or is returned damaged*
Program Fees: $84 first semester, $60 second semester
Other: Supplies and uniforms
** This program is an Accelerated Career graduation pathway**
Program Registration
Program registration is open from October- May each school year. Program enrollment is determined on a first come first serve basis. Students must meet all admission requirements to be enrolled in a CCI program. Additionally, all required registration steps must be submitted for an application to be considered complete. Enrollment status notification is sent out in mid to late May each year via the student's DCSS email. To review admission requirements, please visit the Admission Requirements page. To apply, please visit the Registration page.