AWS MIG Welding Program

Welding is one of the most in-demand trades in the country, and the door is wide open. With an entire generation of skilled welders approaching retirement, industries like construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure are looking for people ready to step up and build something real.

That could be you.

No experience? No problem. This program is built for people who are ready to get their hands dirty, learn from professionals, and walk away with credentials that mean something in the real world. You will work alongside experienced welders, develop skills that transfer across industries, and earn certifications that put you on the path to a lasting career.

What you will learn to do:

  • Take and read measurements
  • Weld components together using specialized tools
  • Prepare and smooth surfaces using a grinder
  • Complete basic equipment repairs
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures
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Spring Course details

WLCE102 – 100 hours
Course Fee: $3,000
Date: March 1 – May 24
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 5:00–9:00 PM
Location: Workforce Training Center Room 148

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Student wearing safety glasses uses a handheld torch to heat a copper pipe secured in a vise during a welding class.

Summer Course details

WLCE102 – 100 hours
Course Fee: $3,000
Date: June 7 – September 1
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 5:00–9:00 PM
Location: Workforce Training Center Room 148

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Is this program for you?

If you enjoy working with your hands and want a career that keeps growing, you are in the right place. No prior experience required.

You will earn:

  • OSHA 10-hour certification
  • AWS D1.1 structural welding code certification for carbon steel, Gr A3

Eligibility requirements:

  • 16 years of age or older