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Job Skills Certificate
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Required units: 14

This certificate emphasizes welding processes from oxyacetylene cutting and brazing through shielded metal arc welding using many different welding electrodes and all positions. Blueprint reading and pattern layouts for welding are highlighted.

Required Courses: 14.0 units
WELD B1a	Introduction to Oxygen Acetylene Welding and Cutting 2.0
and
WELD B1b	Introduction to the Welding Processes 2.0
and
WELD B53ab	Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4.0
and
WELD B54a	Blueprint Reading for Welders & Machinists 3.0
and
WELD B54b	Template Development and Layout for the Welder 3.0

The courses and unit values on this page are representative of the typical values and courses required by this program. They are taken from the most current catalog, and therefore may not be accurate for the degree or certificate requirements for some students, depending on your year of catalog rights. Please refer to your appropriate catalog or see a counselor for accurate degree requirements.