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Become a Welding Professional
Develop foundational skills and knowledge for entry-level welding including SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes. Successful completion of this non-credit program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.
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Course Sequence Order
• WLD 172 Welding Symbols & Blueprint Reading
• WLD 160 Introduction to Welding
• WLD 175 Advanced Welding: SMAW
and choose one of the following:
• WLD 173 Advanced Welding: GTAW
• WLD 170 Advanced Welding: SMAW 4G
• WLD 174 Advanced Welding: GMAW
For foundational training needs only, see Welding Foundations - Workforce Training Certificate (2-Course Series)
Duration & Format
• Program Duration: Twelve months
• Timing: Evening classes
• Classroom Format: In-person participation required
Requirements
• Academic readiness in English*
Tuition & Fees*
• Tuition & Class Fees (approximate): up to $2,600
• Registration Fees
• Textbooks Costs
• Financial Assistance Options
Credentials & Certifications
• FCC Completion Award (per course) or CEWD Workforce Training Certificate
Receive Credit for Prior Learning Experience*
• N/A for this program
Career Pathways
Learn more about Welding career growth opportunities .
Contact Us
*Contact the Construction & Applied Technologies Institute (CATI) by email at CATI@frederick.edu for details.
Please Note: Residency fees apply ($5 per course for residents outside Frederick County and $10 per course for non-Maryland students). Learn more >>

