Welding Qualifications
Overview
The Academic Welding Qualifications Certificate features in-depth lecture content in isometric pipe drawings, job estimation, AWS D1.1 and API 1104 welding codes, metallurgy, advanced welding fabrication, welding repair, all position combo pipe welding, and destructive and non-destructive testing. As an accredited program, the entire certificate can be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology.
Students will study the following processes:
- Advanced SMAW (Open Root plate and pipe)
- Advanced GMAW (Spray Transfer)
- Advanced GTAW (Open Root plate and pipe)
- Advanced Blueprint Reading (pipe assembly and fabrication design)
- Welding Fabrication
- Advanced Pipe Welding (Combo Pipe Welding and Stainless Steel)
- Maintenance Welding Techniques and Applications
- Weld Testing (NDE, Destructive Testing, and Certifications)
Program Type
Academic CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
The Welding and Cutting Fundamentals Certificate is a prerequisite for this certificate.
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| 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. |
Fall Start Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (6 Credit Hours) |
WLD-154 |
Pipe Fitting and Weldling Pipe Fitting and Weldling ID: WLD-154 Credit Hours: 4 This is a basic course in fitting and welding pipe joints, either ferrous or non-ferrous, using standard processes. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-136 |
Advanced Inert Gas Welding Advanced Inert Gas Welding ID: WLD-136 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers the techniques for all positions of welding ferrous and non-ferrous mentals. |
• | 2 | ||||
| Semester 2 (9 Credit Hours) |
WLD-228 |
Inert Gas Welding Pipe 1 Inert Gas Welding Pipe 1 ID: WLD-228 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the techniques used in gas tungsten arc welding of groove welds on ferrous pipe. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-142 |
Maintenance Welding Maintenance Welding ID: WLD-142 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers gas and arc welding processes used in maintenance shops. |
• | 3 | ||||
| WLD-105 |
Print Reading II Print Reading II ID: WLD-105 Credit Hours: 1 This course includes print reading, including welding symbols and their applications to pipe fabrication. Basic sketching of piping symbols, single line and double line pipe drawings, material estimating, template layout and how templates are used in pipe layouts are included. |
• | 1 | ||||
| WLD-140 |
Weld Testing Weld Testing ID: WLD-140 Credit Hours: 1 This is an introductory course in destructive and non-destructive testing of welded joints. |
• | 1 | ||||
| Semester 3 (7 Credit Hours) |
WLD-170 |
Qualification Welding Qualification Welding ID: WLD-170 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the procedures and practices used in taking welder qualification tests. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-160 |
Fabrication Welding Fabrication Welding ID: WLD-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the layout and fabrication procedures as they pertain to sheet metal and structural steel shapes. The course will also include shop safety and hand and power tools. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 22 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$4,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Spring Start Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (6 Credit Hours) |
WLD-154 |
Pipe Fitting and Weldling Pipe Fitting and Weldling ID: WLD-154 Credit Hours: 4 This is a basic course in fitting and welding pipe joints, either ferrous or non-ferrous, using standard processes. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-136 |
Advanced Inert Gas Welding Advanced Inert Gas Welding ID: WLD-136 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers the techniques for all positions of welding ferrous and non-ferrous mentals. |
• | 2 | ||||
| Semester 2 (7 Credit Hours) |
WLD-228 |
Inert Gas Welding Pipe 1 Inert Gas Welding Pipe 1 ID: WLD-228 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the techniques used in gas tungsten arc welding of groove welds on ferrous pipe. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-142 |
Maintenance Welding Maintenance Welding ID: WLD-142 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers gas and arc welding processes used in maintenance shops. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 3 (9 Credit Hours) |
WLD-170 |
Qualification Welding Qualification Welding ID: WLD-170 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the procedures and practices used in taking welder qualification tests. |
• | 4 | |||
| WLD-160 |
Fabrication Welding Fabrication Welding ID: WLD-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the layout and fabrication procedures as they pertain to sheet metal and structural steel shapes. The course will also include shop safety and hand and power tools. |
• | 3 | ||||
| WLD-105 |
Print Reading II Print Reading II ID: WLD-105 Credit Hours: 1 This course includes print reading, including welding symbols and their applications to pipe fabrication. Basic sketching of piping symbols, single line and double line pipe drawings, material estimating, template layout and how templates are used in pipe layouts are included. |
• | 1 | ||||
| WLD-140 |
Weld Testing Weld Testing ID: WLD-140 Credit Hours: 1 This is an introductory course in destructive and non-destructive testing of welded joints. |
• | 1 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 22 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$4,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Further Your Training
A welder could receive additional training to become a supervisor or own their own welding company.