Basic Welding Certificate

Location(s): In-Person

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Program Information

The Anoka Technical College Basic Welding certificate is a 17-credit program designed for individuals seeking a well-rounded foundation in welding. The Basic Welding certificate is designed for individuals who want quick access into the welding careers.

This program requires students to enroll full-time, in all of the courses outlined for each semester.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will weld to visual acceptance criteria per applicable American Welding Society standards in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
Students will prepare weld joints and perform welding operations using welding symbol information.
Students will follow established procedures and policies regarding personal protective gear, shop safety and welding equipment.
Students will visually examine all work for discontinuities and defects with the knowledge of industry specification.

Program Start Dates

Fall Semester: August
Spring Semester: January

Faculty Contact

Jay Gerdin: 763-576-4055
Rich Godeen: 763-576-4122
Lisa Glendower: 763-576-4086

Program Sequence

First Semester: 17 Credits

WELD 1002 - Math for Welders 1 Credit(s)
WELD 1004 - Oxy-Fuel Applications 1 Credit(s)
WELD 1006 - Oxy-Fuel Processes 1 Credit(s)
WELD 1008 - Blue Print Reading I 2 Credit(s)
WELD 1012 - Processes and Power Sources I 3 Credit(s)
WELD 1014 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I 3 Credit(s)
WELD 1016 - Gas Metal Arc Welding I 3 Credit(s)
WELD 1018 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I 3 Credit(s)

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