Advanced Welding (SMAW), Certificate of Specialization
Banner Code: 1_CE_SMAW
Not Financial Aid Eligible
The Weld Testing Certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of a proficiency test for each identified level (e.g., Level I, II, etc.) within a category of welding (i.e., SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, GMAW or Pipe). The indicated Weld Testing class must be repeated for each type of certificate received. Higher levels of certification will potentially lead to better paying jobs within the industry.
Program Outcomes
- Acquire the necessary skills training for proficiency in taking a welding qualification test for certification which may be required for employment.
- Improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment.
Review Graduation Requirements.
Course | Title | Units |
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Required Courses | ||
WELD A100 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | 3-4 |
or WELD A101 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | |
WELD A107 | Weld Testing Advanced 1 | 0.5 |
WELD A115 | Arc and Oxy-acetylene Welding Practice Level 1 | 1-2 |
or WELD A215 | Advanced Arc and Oxy-Acetylene Level 1 | |
WELD A200 | Advanced Welding | 3-4 |
or WELD A201 | Advanced Welding | |
Total Units | 7.5-10.5 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.
Year 1 | ||
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Semester 1 | Units | |
WELD A100 or WELD A101 |
Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding or Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding |
3-4 |
Units | 3-4 | |
Semester 2 | ||
WELD A115 or WELD A215 |
Arc and Oxy-acetylene Welding Practice Level 1 or Advanced Arc and Oxy-Acetylene Level 1 |
1-2 |
WELD A200 or WELD A201 |
Advanced Welding or Advanced Welding |
3-4 |
WELD A107 | Weld Testing Advanced 1 | 0.5 |
Units | 4.5-6.5 | |
Total Units | 7.5-10.5 |