WELDING COURSES

WHAT COURSE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Choosing the best welding course for you depends on several factors, including your current skill level, career goals, and specific interests within the field of welding. Here are some considerations to help you decide:

Skill Level:

Beginner: If you’re new to welding, look for introductory courses that cover basic techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.

Intermediate: If you have some experience, consider courses that focus on specific welding techniques (like MIG, TIG, or stick welding) or certifications that can enhance your skills.

Advanced: For seasoned welders, advanced courses or specialized training in areas such as aerospace welding, underwater welding, or robotic welding may be beneficial.

Career Goals:

Certification: If you’re aiming to get certified (such as AWS Certified Welder), look for programs that prepare you for certification exams.

Job Placement: Consider programs with strong job placement assistance or partnerships with local industries. Some trade schools have relationships with employers, which can help in finding a job after graduation.

Program Type:

Traditional Classrooms: These provide structured learning with hands-on practice, ideal for those who prefer guided instruction.

Specialization:

If you have a specific niche in mind, research courses that focus on that area. For instance, if you’re interested in construction, look for courses that include structural welding.

Duration and Cost:

Look at the length of the course and overall cost. Short-term courses may be less expensive and quicker to complete, but they might not provide in-depth training. Weigh your options based on your budget and time commitment.

Reputation:

Research schools and training programs for reviews, success stories, and graduation rates. Programs with a strong reputation in the industry can offer better networking opportunities.

In conclusion, assess your personal goals, current skills, and preferences to choose a welding course that aligns with your aspirations. Whether you seek a career in manufacturing, construction, or artistic welding, there’s a course that can help you achieve your objectives.

AVAILABLE COURSES

High in-demand skill courses that will open doors to the welding industry.

FCAW & GMAW Structural

This course covers Flux Cored Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding for Structural Welding. The students will learn FCAW and GMAW welding processes and welding codes. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with plate welding using the FCAW and GMAW processes for horizontal 2G, vertical 3G, and overhead 4G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion for the course and seek employment as a welder. Structural welders may find employment in construction companies, oil and gas companies or refineries, mining companies, or manufacturers such as fabrication companies.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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FCAW & GMAW Pipe

This course covers Flux Cored Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding for Pipe Welding. The students will learn FCAW and GMAW welding processes,

welding codes, and pipe fitting. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the FCAW and GMAW processes for 5G, horizontal 2G, and 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Pipe welders may find employment in nuclear energy plants, refineries, pipe yards, or fabrication companies.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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SMAW PLATE

This course covers plate welding with Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. This is one of the world’s first and most popular welding process, also known as stick welding. The process involves a manual arc welding process that uses a consumable electrode covered with a flux to lay the weld. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with plate welding using the SMAW process for horizontal 2G, vertical 3G, and overhead 4G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Plate welders may find employment in commercial construction companies, refineries, or towers.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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SMAW PIPE

This course covers pipe welding with Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. This is one of the world’s first and most popular welding process, also known as stick welding. The process involves a manual arc welding process that uses a consumable electrode covered with a flux to lay the weld. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the SMAW process for vertical 5G, horizontal 2G, and 45-degree 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Pipe welders may find entry-

level employment in nuclear energy plants, refineries, pipe yards, or fabrication companies.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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GTAW PIPE

This course covers pipe welding with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process, also known as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. The process involves a manual arc

welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the GTAW process for vertical 5G, horizontal 2G, and 45-degree 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Pipe welders may find entry-level employment in nuclear energy plants, refineries,

pipe yards, or fabrication companies.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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Pipe Stainless

This course prepares students for Stainless Steel Welding. Students will perform hands-on stainless-steel training with 5G, 2G, and 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Stainless steel welders can seek employment at sanitary facilities or petrochemical facilities.

120 Hours – 6 Weeks

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Pipe Combination Welding

This course is a combination course of Pipe SMAW and Pipe GTAW. It covers pipe welding with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding and the Gas Tungsten Arc

Welding processes. Both processes involve a manual arc welding process. SMAW process uses a consumable electrode while the GTAW process uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. A consumable electrode melts down during welding due to arc heating and subsequently deposits on weld bead that finally becomes an integral part of the joint. Contrary to this, a non-consumable electrode does not melt down during welding and remains intact. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the SMAW & the GTAW process for vertical 5G, horizontal 2G, and 45-degree 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Pipe welders may find entry-level employment in nuclear energy plants, refineries, pipe yards, or fabrication companies.

240 Hours – 12 Weeks

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Combination Welder

This course is a combination course of Plate SMAW, Pipe SMAW, and Pipe GTAW. It covers plate and pipe welding with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process and pipe welding with the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process. Both processes involve a manual arc welding process. SMAW process uses a consumable electrode while the GTAW process uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. A consumable electrode melts down during welding due to arc heating and subsequently deposits on weld bead that finally becomes an integral part of the joint. Contrary to this, a non-

consumable electrode does not melt down during welding and remains intact. Students will perform hands-on training with plate welding using the SMAW process for horizontal 2G, vertical 3G, and overhead 4G positions. In addition to this, students will perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the SMAW & the GTAW process for vertical 5G, horizontal 2G, and 45-degree 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Plate and pipe welders may have more opportunities and can seek employment in commercial construction companies, towers, nuclear energy plants, refineries, pipe yards, or fabrication companies.

360 Hours – 18 Weeks

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Pipe Specialty Welder

This course is a combination course of Plate SMAW, Pipe SMAW, Pipe GTAW, and Stainless-Steel Welding. It covers plate and pipe welding with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process, pipe welding with the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process, and stainless-steel welding. Students will perform hands-on training with plate welding using the SMAW process for horizontal 2G, vertical 3G, and overhead 4G positions. Students will also perform hands-on training with pipe welding using the SMAW & the GTAW process for vertical 5G, horizontal 2G, and 45-degree 6G positions. In addition to this, students will perform stainless steel welding with 5G, 2G, and 6G positions. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of completion and seek employment as a welder. Plate and pipe welders can seek employment in commercial construction companies, towers, nuclear energy plants, refineries, pipe yards, or fabrication companies while stainless steel welders can seek employment at sanitary facilities or petrochemical facilities.