Program Information
The Anoka Technical College Welding Fabricator certificate is 17-credit program which offers individuals the opportunity to develop skills necessary for construction, manufacturing, building, and fabrication for real weldments. Students entering this certificate program have good welding ability, but seek greater applications skills.
This program requires students to enroll full-time, in all of the courses outlined for each semester.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Create visually acceptable welds based on criteria per American Welding Society standards in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
- Prepare weld joints and perform welding operations using welding symbol information.
- Implement established procedures and policies regarding personal protective gear, shop safety and welding equipment.
- Evaluate all work for discontinuities and defects with the knowledge of industry specification.
- Revise work in a team environment pertaining to constructive criticism.
- Execute safety protocols using Oxy-fuel, Plasma and Carbon Air Arc equipment.
- Demonstrate the ability to weld to per American Welding Society standards on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
Certifications
The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills need to take three national certification examinations:
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- American Petroleum Institute
- American Welding Society’s Welding Code
Admission Requirements
Successful completion of the Welding Technology Diploma or admission to the Welding AAS Degree program.
Program Start Dates
Fall Semester: August
Faculty Contact
Jay Gerdin: 763-576-4055
David Vlasyuk: 763-576-4257
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