Welding Layout and Fabrication
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Degree Type
Certificate of Proficiency
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College
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Contact
Advising Contact: Nigel Otero
Phone: 479-788-7814
Set the foundation for a welding career with skills in print reading and metal layout.
Create a brighter future and shape a rewarding career with the Certificate of Proficiency in welding layout and fabrication. This 12-credit-hour program is designed for both newcomers to the field and experienced welders looking to expand their skill set. The program emphasizes core techniques in welding, print reading, and layout for structural, sheet metal, and pipe fabrication, delivered in a hands-on and supportive environment. Whether you're interested in manufacturing, construction, or industrial maintenance, this certificate equips you with the technical foundation and industry-relevant experience needed to pursue high-demand career opportunities.
Students who complete this certificate can seamlessly continue their training by enrolling in the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in welding at UAFS. The AAS degree builds on the knowledge gained in the certificate program, offering advanced instruction in pipe welding, fabrication techniques, layout design, and welding inspection. Credits earned through the certificate apply directly toward the associate degree, providing a clear, cost-effective pathway to further education and career advancement. Graduates of the AAS program are prepared for more specialized welding roles, higher earning potential, and opportunities for leadership within the skilled trades.
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The Associate of Applied Science in general technology enables you to design an individualized program of study to fulfill career goals that cannot be met by any single degree program. You will work closely with an advisor to select courses from multiple technical disciplines and develop a program related to your career objectives.