SM21 NCCER Shielded Metal Arc Welding, 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 NCCER Shielded Metal Arc Welding certificate program prepares students for careers in the welding industry. This certificate emphasizes instruction in shielded metal arc welding in the overhead, horizontal, and vertical positions.

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

COFC 1080Construction Trades Core

4

WELD 1015Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

4

Choose one of the following electives

WELD 1005Welding & Cutting Fundamentals

3

OR

WELD 1007Welding Techn. Fundamentals

3

Total Credit Hours:3