Flux Core Arc Welding/ Gas Metal Arc Welding Pipe Combo Course (FCAW / GMAW Pipe Combo Course) 120 Hour Course/ 6 Week Course

This program will teach the flux core arc welding process (FCA W) and Gas Metal Arc Welding process (GMA W) on pipe as well as the three modes of transfer - short arc, pulse, and spray arc. The Flux Core Arc Welding process and Gas Metal Arc Welding course is designed to teach students about arc welding safety and the gas metal arc welding process (FCA W) (GMA W) and proper techniques for welding. Students will learn welding and cutting safety; oxyfuel, plasma arc, and air carbon arc cutting; metal preparation and weld quality; weld symbols and detail drawings; and employment readiness. Upon completion of the course the graduate should be able to start work as an entry level structural welder in the construction or industrial field.

What You'll Learn:

• Welding safety and PPE for pipe work

• Differences between GMAW and FCAW processes

• Equipment setup and parameter tuning

• Root pass techniques with solid or flux-core wire

• 5G and 6G fixed pipe welding positions

• Multi-pass and fill/cap techniques

• Joint prep, fit-up, and tacking

• Defect identification and correction

• Visual inspection standards and test prep

Materials & Equipment Provided:

• Welding gear (helmet, gloves, jacket)

• Pipe coupons and filler materials

• GMAW/FCAW welding machines

• Shielding gas (for MIG) and wire spools

• Training workbook or practice sheets

Who This Is For:

• Welders with prior MIG/Flux experience seeking to move into pipe welding

• Students preparing for high-volume, production-style pipe welding jobs

• Those looking to qualify for FCAW or GMAW pipe certification

Outcome:

Students who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion and may be eligible for 6G or specialty process certifications, depending on performance and available testing options.