
Gas Metal Arc Welding
About the Gas Metal Arc Program
This certificate is offered for individuals interested in pursuing the skills necessary to be a successful welder in the Gas Metal Arc Welding process. Students will learn how to interpret prints and weld symbols prior to engaging in the weld process using various metal types including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. They will also perform the thermal cutting processes during this educational experience.
Program Outline
Course # | Course Title | Credits |
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10442112C01 | Print Interpretation and Weld SymbolsDescriptionStudents will develop print interpretation skills needed in metal fabrication. Learners study prints containing section views, detail views, and weld symbols. Learners apply concepts in hands-on activities, print interpretation skills, calculating dimensions, identifying and interpreting weld symbols. |
1.00 |
10442159C01 | Gas Metal Arc Welding on Carbon SteelDescriptionStudents will develop skills in gas metal arc welding. Learners use the “mig” process in all positions on carbon steel. Required welds include fillet and groove welds with short circuit, spray and pulsed spray transfer. Weld quality is assessed per AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code. Prerequisite(s): 10442172C00 Safety in Manufacturing (B or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
2.00 |
10442159C02 | Gas Metal Arc Welding AWS Testing on Carbon SteelDescriptionStudents will perform AWS bend test and AWS entry level fabrication project using the GMAW welding process on carbon steel. Learners will complete these welds and weldments conducted per AWS D1.1- Structural Steel Code. |
1.00 |
10442173C01 | Thermal CuttingDescriptionDevelops skill in thermal cutting and gouging processes. Learners practice manual and machine oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting and gouging and air carbon arc gouging. Prerequisite(s): 10442172C00 Safety in Manufacturing (B or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
1.00 |
10442174C01 | Gas Metal Arc Welding-P on Stainless SteelDescriptionStudents will develop skills in gas metal arc pulse welding. Learners use the “mig” process in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions on stainless steel. Required welds include fillet and groove welds with pulsed spray transfer. Weld quality is assessed per AWS standards. Prerequisite(s): 10442172C00 Safety in Manufacturing (B or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
1.00 |
10442174C02 | Gas Metal Arc Welding-P AWS Testing on Stainless SteelDescriptionStudents will perform AWS entry level fabrication project using the GMAW-P welding process on stainless steel. Learners will complete these welds and weldments conducted per AWS standards. |
0.50 |
10442174C03 | Gas Metal Arc Welding-P on AluminumDescriptionStudents will develop skills in gas metal arc pulse welding. Learners use the “mig” process in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions on aluminum. Required welds include fillet and groove welds with pulsed spray transfer. Weld quality is assessed per AWS standards. Prerequisite(s): 10442172C00 Safety in Manufacturing (B or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
1.00 |
10442174C04 | Gas Metal Arc Welding-P AWS Testing on AluminumDescriptionStudents will perform AWS entry level fabrication project using the GMAW-P welding process on aluminum. Learners will complete these welds and weldments conducted per AWS standards. |
0.50 |
At A Glance
How You'll Learn

On Campus

Online Classes

Multiple Start Dates

Personalized Pace
2020 Start Dates
January 8 | May 8 | September 2 |
February 3 | June 1 | October 5 |
March 2 | July 6 | November 2 |
2021 Start Dates
January 6 | March 1 | June 7 |
February 1 | May 7 | July 5 |
What is Competency-Based Education?
Competency-Based Education (CBE) is learning at your own pace by mastering competencies through demonstration. Once all competencies for a program have been assessed and mastered, students will earn a certificate, diploma, or degree.
What You'll Learn
- Print interpretation and weld symbols
- Gas metal arc welding on carbon steel
- Gas metal arc welding on stainless steel
- Gas metal arc welding on aluminum
- Thermal cutting
Student Equipment
Students are required to purchase welding kits through the college bookstore or obtain the minimum tools and equipment listed to be able to successfully complete coursework and performance assessments in the welding lab.
- Safety glasses
- Welders gloves MIG and TIG
- Chipping hammer
- Welding beanie
- 8-way welder pliers
- Soapstone holder
- Triple flint spark lighter
- Tape measure
- Weld fillet gauge
- Mag tool
- Material handling gloves
- Backhand pad
- Tool bag
- Welder pencils
- Auto darkening helmet
- Lens cover
- Welding jacket
Your Potential Careers
- Production Welder
- Maintenance Welder
- Welding Sales and Service
- Self-Employment
Get Started
Your application can be submitted online, it takes just a few minutes to complete.