Wire and TIG Welding, Career Pathway certificate

Welding Career Pathways prepares you to build on your problem solving, restoration, and analytical skills. This is a great option for those wanting to join a field that has plenty of opportunities to gain marketable skills that lead to further advancement.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway Certificate: Wire and TIG Welding | Less than 1 year |
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Courses
Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WLD?101 | Welding Processes & Applications | 4 |
| WLD?102 | Blueprint Reading | 4 |
| WLD?131 | Gas Metal Arc Welding | 4 |
| WLD?132 | Gas Metal Arc Welding-Pulse | 4 |
| WLD?141 | Flux-Cored Arc Welding I (Gas Shielded) | 4 |
| WLD?142 | Flux-Cored Arc Welding II (Self Shielding) | 4 |
| WLD?152 | Flux Cored Arc Welding (Gas Shielded) Certification Practice | 4 |
| WLD?153 | Flux Cored Arc Welding (Self shielding) Cert. Practice | 4 |
| WLD?221 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Mild Steel | 4 |
| WLD?222 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: Aluminum | 4 |
| WLD?223 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: Stainless Steel | 4 |
| Total Credits | 44 | |
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