Welding Technology
- Credential: Workforce Development Certificate
- Program cost: Not listed
- Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Pipe, Performance
- GI Bill: Eligible
- Program Length: 1050 hours
- AWS Prep: Available
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; daytime lecture and lab
This 1,050-clock-hour Workforce Development Certificate prepares students for entry-level welding employment… Read full descriptionHide full description for Welding Technology
This 1,050-clock-hour Workforce Development Certificate prepares students for entry-level welding employment through five competency-based courses. Students progress from welding safety, shop organization, metal identification, symbols, oxyfuel and plasma cutting, and basic Stick welding into MIG, Flux-Core and TIG welding and a basic introduction to pipe welding. The program combines lecture and laboratory instruction, meets Monday through Thursday during the day, and can be completed in approximately one year. Chipola's welding program also offers opportunities to earn AWS certifications in multiple welding processes.