VSM1 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welder Fabricator, Technical Certificate of Credit

Offered at the Griffin and Flint River Campuses and Jasper Site

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 1 term
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 11

Program Description

The Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fabricator technical certificate of credit prepares students for careers in shielded metal arc welding fabrication.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
  • Meet assessment requirements

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Program Courses

Required

WELD 1050Horizon Shielded Metal Arc Welding

4

WELD 1060Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding

4

Program Elective (Choose one of the following)

WELD 1030Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology

3

OR

WELD 1040Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding

4

OR

WELD 1153Flux Cored Arc Welding

4

OR

WELD 1154Plasma Cutting

3

OR

WELD 1156Ornamental Iron Works

3