The Manufacturing Technology: Welding I Certificate is designed to develop within the student practical skills in precision measurement, tungsten inert gas, and basic welding. Such entry-level manufacturing welding positions include, but are not limited to: manufacturing welder technician trainee, production welder/fitter trainee and fabricator trainee. The core competencies of manufacturing production taught in this program are based on the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council criteria. The MSSC is an industry-led, training, assessment and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line production and material handling workers.
- Identify a safe workplace in the manufacturing industry
- Identify geometric symbols in blueprint reading
- Identify Lean manufacturing concepts in the manufacturing process
- Explain quality in the manufacturing process
- Explain the history of the manufacturing industry from the Industrial Revolution to current
- Demonstrate safe work habits in the operation of welding, cutting, and fabrication
- Evaluate proper methods required for strong welds and accurate cuts
- Formulate welding symbols and effectively demonstrate their use
- Explain the proper setup and use of gases for the various types of welds
Program-specific courses
A higher level mathematics course may be substituted.
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