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Arizona Western College

School type: Community College

Arizona Western College offers a Welding A.A.S. and several occupational certificates at its Yuma campus. Depending on the award, students receive hands-on instruction in Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, structural welding, fabrication, blueprint reading, safety, inspection, and manufacturing applications. Current pathways range from one-semester manufacturing certificates to four-semester degree and comprehensive certificate programs; several include coursework directed toward AWS S.E.N.S.E. or AWS D1.1 certification preparation.

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Welding Certificate

  • Credential: Occupational Certificate
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Structural, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 46 credits
  • AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Four semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring)

This four-semester occupational certificate combines welding fundamentals with hands-on coursework in Stick, MIG, TIG, blueprint reading, fabrication,… Read full description for Welding Certificate

This four-semester occupational certificate combines welding fundamentals with hands-on coursework in Stick, MIG, TIG, blueprint reading, fabrication, structural welding, inspection, and welder certification. Students complete 46 credits and coursework aligned with AWS S.E.N.S.E. Level I outcomes.

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Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding A.A.S.

  • Credential: Associate in Applied Science
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Structural, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 67 credits
  • AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Four semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring)

The 67-credit Welding Associate in Applied Science follows a four-semester sequence covering Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, blueprint reading,… Read full description for Welding A.A.S.

The 67-credit Welding Associate in Applied Science follows a four-semester sequence covering Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, blueprint reading, fabrication, structural welding, inspection, and certification-focused coursework, together with general education and supporting technical study.

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Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding Certificate of Proficiency GMAW/FCAW Plate

  • Credential: Certificate of Proficiency
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, Flux-Core, Structural, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 19 credits
  • AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Three semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall)

This 19-credit, three-semester plate-welding certificate develops MIG and Flux-Core skills alongside print reading, fabrication, safety, and… Read full description for Welding Certificate of Proficiency GMAW/FCAW Plate

This 19-credit, three-semester plate-welding certificate develops MIG and Flux-Core skills alongside print reading, fabrication, safety, and structural welding practice.

Confirmed at

Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding Certificate of Proficiency SMAW

  • Credential: Certificate of Proficiency
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, Stick, Structural, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 25 credits
  • AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Three semesters (Fall, Spring, Fall)

This 25-credit, three-semester certificate centers on Stick welding and structural plate work, with required blueprint, fabrication, inspection, and… Read full description for Welding Certificate of Proficiency SMAW

This 25-credit, three-semester certificate centers on Stick welding and structural plate work, with required blueprint, fabrication, inspection, and robotic GMAW coursework. The curriculum includes welder-certification preparation and an AWS D1.1 weld test.

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Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding Entry Level 1

  • Credential: Occupational Certificate
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Structural, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 31 credits
  • AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Two semesters (Fall, Spring)

This 31-credit, two-semester certificate combines Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, structural welding, fabrication, print reading, inspection, and… Read full description for Welding Entry Level 1

This 31-credit, two-semester certificate combines Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, structural welding, fabrication, print reading, inspection, and certification preparation for entry-level welding work.

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Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding for Manufacturing-Basic

  • Credential: Occupational Certificate
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: MIG, Stick
  • Program Length: 10 credits
  • AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: One semester (Fall)

This one-semester, 10-credit certificate provides basic manufacturing-focused Stick and MIG training together with welding safety and supporting… Read full description for Welding for Manufacturing-Basic

This one-semester, 10-credit certificate provides basic manufacturing-focused Stick and MIG training together with welding safety and supporting career-technical coursework.

Confirmed at

Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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Welding for Manufacturing-Advanced

  • Credential: Occupational Certificate
  • Program cost: Not listed
  • Processes: TIG, Flux-Core, Fabrication
  • Program Length: 12 credits
  • AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Current course map; term sequence varies

This 12-credit advanced manufacturing certificate builds TIG and Flux-Core skills with metal fabrication and manufacturing-oriented welding… Read full description for Welding for Manufacturing-Advanced

This 12-credit advanced manufacturing certificate builds TIG and Flux-Core skills with metal fabrication and manufacturing-oriented welding coursework.

Confirmed at

Yuma Campus — Yuma, AZ
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