Basic Welding Certificate - Level 1

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(CIP Code: 48.0508)

The Blinn College Welding Technology Program provides a variety of educational pathways to prepare graduates for careers in a multitude of positions such as a welder in the fabrication, construction, and manufacturing industries. The Program offers course options in both workforce training (non-credit) and Applied Sciences (for credit) awards. The hands-on, skills development curriculum includes basic metallurgy and inspection procedures, in addition to various welding techniques and processes.

More information is available online through the Welding Technology Program website. Applied Sciences award plans.

1st Year

1st Semester: 12 Credit Hours

WLDG 1425 Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting Credit Hours: 4
WLDG 1428 Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Credit Hours: 4
WLDG 1430 Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Credit Hours: 4

2nd Semester: 11 Credit Hours

WLDG 1457 Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Credit Hours: 4 (SMAW)
WLDG 2447 Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding Credit Hours: 4 (GMAW)
WLDG 1313 Introduction to Blueprint Reading for Welders Credit Hours: 3

Basic Welding Certificate - Level 1

(CIP Code: 48.0508)

1st Year

1st Semester: 12 Credit Hours

2nd Semester: 11 Credit Hours

Program Totals: 23 Credit Hours