Maritime Shipfitter and Welder, Career Pathway certificate
The Maritime Shipfitter and Welding Certificate program provides training in advanced fabrication and welding techniques. Focus includes:
- Blueprint reading
- Fabrication techniques
- OxyFuel Cutting
- Carbon Arc Gouging (CAC-A)
- Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)Other skills applied to a shipyard work environment.
You will test for a range of maritime recognized certifications including ABS, AWS and NAVSEA.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway Certificate: Maritime Shipfitter and Welder | Less than 1 year | Limited entry, see how to apply to Welding |
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OMIC at Columbia County
Maritime Welding Training Center
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Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WLD?193 | Maritime Fabrication I | 4 |
| WLD?194 | Maritime Fabrication II | 4 |
| WLD?195 | Maritime Welding Certification Practice | 4 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
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