Welding Technology and AWS-3F Certification Preparation, Certificate of Completion
Non-Pell Eligible (Students may not use Pell funding for this certificate. Grants may be available. See your advisor.)
Curriculum Code #C610
Effective May 2023
The welding technology and AWS-3F certification preparation certificate provides students with the skills necessary to pass one of the three categories the American Welding Society AWS-3F certifications, and the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment in a variety of industries that utilize welding. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College's University Partnership.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| WTEC 108 | OXY-FUEL WELDING AND CUTTING 1 | 2 |
| WTEC 111 | WELDING SPECIFICATIONS/PRINT READING | 2 |
| Select one of the following: 2 | 3 | |
| BASIC SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING 1 | ||
| WIRE FED PROCESSES | ||
| GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING | ||
| Total Hours | 7 | |
- 1
Indicates that this course has a prerequisite or may be taken concurrently.
- 2
Indicates that the student may select to enroll in WTEC 116 or WTEC 216 or WTEC 217 to pursue one of the following AWS-3F certifications respectively: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).