Welding

The Welding program at FCC prepares you for entry-level opportunities in the welding industry. Through hands-on training at the Monroe Center, you will develop practical skills in welding and cutting metal, basic metallurgy, blueprint reading, and multiple welding processes including SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW. Successful completion of this program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.

FCC Completion Awards

Receive an FCC Completion Award for each course completed, recognizing your growing skills and commitment to the field.

Academic Credit Conversion

Upon successful completion of the program, you can apply for academic credit toward a degree, certificate, or transfer program at Frederick Community College.

FCC Workforce Training Certificates

Earning Workforce Training Certificates (WTCs) demonstrates your acquired knowledge, proven skills, and recognized capabilities in the field, preparing you for direct entry into the industry. Review the certificate information below and the eligibility requirements to get started.

Welding Foundations Workforce Training Certificate
Upon successful completion of this 2-course series, you are eligible to receive this Construction & Applied Technologies Institute credential that documents your foundational welding skills.

• WLD160 Introduction to Welding
• WLD172 Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading

Welding GMAW Workforce Training Certificate
Upon successful completion of this 3-course series, you are eligible to receive this Construction & Applied Technologies Institute credential demonstrating foundational welding skills with a focus on Gas Metal Arc Welding. Successful completion of this program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.

• WLD160 Introduction to Welding
• WLD172 Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading
• WLD174 Advanced Welding: GMAW

Welding SMAW Workforce Training Certificate
Upon successful completion of this 3-course series, you are eligible to receive this Construction & Applied Technologies Institute credential demonstrating foundational welding skills with a focus on Shielded Metal Arc Welding. Includes an opportunity to earn a 2G and 3G Structural Steel qualification. Successful completion of this program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.

• WLD160 Introduction to Welding
• WLD172 Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading
• WLD175 Advanced Welding: SMAW

Eligibility Requirements

• Participants are required to successfully complete a two or three-course series identified as a Workforce Training Certificate program, as approved by the College.
• Students may request approval to transfer up to 25% of total Certificate contact hours of prior learning from an accredited institution for select Workforce Training Certificates.
• Please note, course substitutions are not permitted and completion is based upon competency.

Important Information

• Certificates are awarded monthly following course completion, rather than at the end of a traditional semester.
• These programs consist of Workforce Training (non-credit) courses with fee structures subject to change.
• Courses are not eligible for federal financial aid.

If you are pursuing a Workforce Training Certificate, you may request approval to transfer up to 25% of the total Certificate contact hours from prior learning at an accredited institution. Contact CATI at [email protected] with questions about your eligibility.