Basic welding techniques using some of the following processes: Oxy-fuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction.

An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, safety, set-up, and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, cutting equipment and supplies.

An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, and various joint designs.

Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup, GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions and joint designs.

An intermediate course in layout and fabrication. Includes design, layout, and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications.

A study of the production of various fillet and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in various positions.

A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) and/or other processes. Welds will be done using various positions. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices.

An advanced course in layout and fabrication. Includes production and fabrication of layout, tools, and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills.

Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions.

Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions.

Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes.