Advanced Welder
Overview
The Advanced Welder Program focuses on advanced pipe welding positions. The program is designed for a welding student finishing the Comprehensive Welder Certificate or a welder currently working in the industry and is seeking additional skills to advance their career. Students will be well prepared for employment in the manufacturing and construction industries.
The Advanced Welder Certificate can be completed in 9 weeks. There is an option of a morning, afternoon, and evening track to give students greater flexibility for a better balance between work, family, and training. If you have graduated with a degree in Welding Technology, please email cce@midlandstech.edu to determine if you can be exempt from completing the first (7) courses listed in the training schedule below.
Program Type
Training CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!
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Tuition Assistance
Training Resources
Questions?
Call 803.732.0432 to talk to us about this program, or email cce@midlandstech.edu
This program is currently eligible for a QuickJobs Scholarship.
Please visit the MTC QuickJobs page to sign up for a free mandatory information session where you will learn how to apply for a scholarship. To be eligible, you must:
- Attend an information session. Information sessions last approximately two hours and are free to attend.
- Be a South Carolina resident for 12 consecutive months. Applicants will be required to submit documentation for proof of residency (Driver's license, Beginner's permit, or state issued ID).
- Not be in default on any federal student loans and not owe MTC or any other college monies.
- Submit an application. You will need to enter your student ID on the application.
- Scholarship recipients will be in communication with the Program Director responsible for the program for which they applied.
- Some programs require clean SLED background checks and clean drug/alcohol tests.
If you have additional questions, please call 803-732-0432.
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
| CEUs | Class Hours | Course Title | Cost |
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| 12.00 | 120 |
Basic Stick Welding This class will provide extensive practice of fillet welds in all positions using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, also known as stick welding. Classroom ID: CEWLD-883 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,729.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
Advanced Stick Welding This class will provide extensive practice of groove welds in all positions, both open root and with backing, using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, also known as stick welding. Classroom ID: CEWLD-890 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,729.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
Stick Pipe Welding This class will provide extensive practice of welding pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, also known as stick welding. The final objective of the class will be welding 6 schedule 40 pipe in the 6G fixed position. Classroom ID: CEWLD-886 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,999.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
MIG Welding This class will provide extensive practice of fillet welds in all positions, using the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process, also known as MIG welding. Using the MIG welding process to repair metal will also be introduced. Classroom ID: CEWLD-888 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,729.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
Flux Cored Welding This class will provide extensive practice of groove welds in all positions on 3/8 and 1 plate, using the gas metal arc welding (FCAW) process, also known as Flux Core welding. Classroom ID: CEWLD-889 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,729.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
TIG Welding This class will provide extensive practice of fillet and groove welds using the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process, also known as TIG welding. Classroom ID: CEWLD-887 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$1,829.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
TIG Pipe Welding This class will provide extensive practice of welding pipe using the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process, also known as TIG all the way welding. The final objective of the class will be welding 6 schedule 40 pipe in the 6G fixed position using TIG all the way. Classroom ID: CEWLD-885 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$2,229.00 |
| 12.00 | 120 |
Advanced Pipe Welding This class will provide extensive practice of three advanced pipe welding situations. Using both the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), you will first weld a 2-3/4 X 5/8 carbon pipe, known as a monster coupon, in the 6G fixed positon. Next, you will learn to weld a stainless monster coupon, in the 6G fixed position using the GTAW process, or TIG all the way. Finally, you will weld a stainless and carbon monster coupon in the 6G fixed position using TIG all the way.
ID: CEWLD-884 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$2,249.00 |
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Estimated Cost
Tuition Assistance
$15,222.00
Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Individuals who have completed the Advanced Welder Program are building on their core welding skills and can find work with a wide variety of industrial, construction, and manufacturing companies. MIG Spray and Pulsed Spray Transfer processes are being used by an increasing number of manufacturing companies in the Midlands and is a highly sought after skill. Advanced pipe welders will find their skills greatly needed by a wide variety of industrial companies in the Midlands area as well.