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Fresno City College — West Fresno Center

School type: Community College

6 programs are confirmed at West Fresno Center. View campus program details.

About Fresno City College (school-wide)

Fresno City College is a public community college in the State Center Community College District. Welding options include the accelerated, not-for-credit State Center Welding Program at the West Fresno Center and academic pathways in multi-process welding, design and fabrication, pipe and structural steel, welding entrepreneurship, and metal fabrication. Current curriculum covers MIG, TIG, Stick and Flux-Core welding, fabrication, plate and pipe work, print reading, measurement, safety, and career preparation. Academic welding classes use both the West Fresno Center's Advanced Technology Center and the college's main-campus welding labs.

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State Center Welding Program

Credential: Noncredit Workforce Training
Program cost: $6,495
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core
Program Length: 16 weeks
AWS Prep: Available

Price basis, residency, included fees, source and verification date are not recorded.

Schedule: In person: Monday 5:00-8:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday 5:00-10:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

This accelerated, cohort-based workforce program combines classroom instruction and hands-on welding lab training for entry into welding employment.… Read full description

This accelerated, cohort-based workforce program combines classroom instruction and hands-on welding lab training for entry into welding employment. Students train in MIG, TIG, Stick and Flux-Core welding using AWS online curriculum. Program requirements include being at least 18, completing an intake assessment, and submitting to drug screening and a background check. Current official materials state that completers can pursue AWS certification.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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Welding Technology, Welding Multi-Process

Credential: Certificate of Achievement
Program cost: Not listed
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core
Program Length: 2 semesters
AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Term-based; current sections include daytime, evening, weekend and hybrid formats

This 17-unit certificate provides entry-level multi-process welding training in Stick, MIG, TIG and Flux-Core welding, plus oxyfuel and plasma… Read full description

This 17-unit certificate provides entry-level multi-process welding training in Stick, MIG, TIG and Flux-Core welding, plus oxyfuel and plasma cutting. Students weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions, interpret welding symbols, identify weld defects and discontinuities, and set up equipment for the required processes.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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West Fresno Center — availability source

Welding Technology, Welding Design & Fabrication

Credential: Certificate of Achievement
Program cost: Not listed
Processes: Fabrication
Program Length: 4 semesters
AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Term-based; current welding sections include daytime, evening and hybrid formats

This 16-unit certificate prepares students for entry-level welding-fabrication work through computer applications, CAD for fabrication, and sequential… Read full description

This 16-unit certificate prepares students for entry-level welding-fabrication work through computer applications, CAD for fabrication, and sequential welding design and fabrication courses. Students plan and construct metal projects, estimate steel weight and material cost, use fabrication tools safely, and assemble advanced projects with quality workmanship.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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West Fresno Center — availability source

Welding Technology, Pipe and Structural Steel Certification

Credential: Certificate of Achievement
Program cost: Not listed
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Pipe, Structural
Program Length: 4 semesters
AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Term-based; current welding sections include daytime, evening and hybrid formats

This 39-41 unit certificate prepares structural-steel and pipe welding technicians. Students build multi-process proficiency, read prints and welding… Read full description

This 39-41 unit certificate prepares structural-steel and pipe welding technicians. Students build multi-process proficiency, read prints and welding symbols, fit structural and pipe assemblies, and work with Stick, MIG, TIG and Flux-Core procedures used on bridges, buildings, pressure vessels and piping systems. Required advanced courses provide opportunities to complete AWS structural and API/AWS/ASME pipe certification tests.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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West Fresno Center — availability source

Welding and Fabrication Entrepreneurship

Credential: Certificate of Achievement
Program cost: Not listed
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Pipe, Structural, Fabrication
Program Length: 4 semesters
AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Term-based; welding sequence varies by selected fabrication or pipe/structural option

This certificate combines welding and fabrication workmanship with entrepreneurship and business-plan development. Students choose a fabrication or… Read full description

This certificate combines welding and fabrication workmanship with entrepreneurship and business-plan development. Students choose a fabrication or pipe/structural sequence, then apply welding and assembly skills while learning how to create, operate, manage and market a welding and fabrication startup.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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Welding Technology, Metal Fabrication Option

Credential: Associate of Science
Program cost: Not listed
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Fabrication
Program Length: 4 semesters
AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Four-term degree map; current welding sections include daytime, evening and hybrid formats

This associate degree develops welding and metal-fabrication capability alongside general education. Major coursework includes multi-process welding,… Read full description

This associate degree develops welding and metal-fabrication capability alongside general education. Major coursework includes multi-process welding, safety, precision measurement, CAD, drafting, fabrication design, production techniques and material-cost estimation. Students plan and build advanced welded projects while learning to use time, materials and fabrication equipment efficiently.

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West Fresno Center — Fresno, CA

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