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Course Description

Introduction to Welding:

This program will introduce students to the welding profession.

Students will have the opportunity to learn basic welding skills, including safety, different materials, cutting and brazing.

This is an introductory, exploratory welding program.

If a student decides to pursue welding as a career their job may include basic duties such as cutting, brazing, and welding of various metal components to more advanced duties such as MIG and TIG welding.

This course will include safety, shop math, measurement and communicating effectively with others using welding terminology. Welders find jobs in infrastructure repair, construction, manufacturing and energy.

Wages range from $16-$20/hr. in west Michigan.

Students will have the opportunity to earn the credential as part of this program:

Employer recognized GRCC Basic Welding Skills Certificate

Our goal is for students to learn the introductory skills needed for a career in welding and if they choose to pursue a career in this field to get entry level work in the industry.

The program is designed to be delivered 80% with hands-on, active training; 20% traditional classroom learning.

Attendance is a very important component of the program.

We strive to replicate the work environment as much as possible in an educational setting.

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