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Below is a list of courses that make up this certificate. It is recommended that you meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.
Field of Interest
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous prepares students for aerospace industry code certification testing in the gas tungsten arc welding process in carbon steel and stainless-steel (ferrous metals). An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Welding as well as certificates in the following areas of specialization are also available: Welding: Gas Metal / Flux Cored Arc Welding (GMAW)/(FCAW), Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Non-Ferrous, Welding: Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW) Plate, and Welding: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Applied Technology
- Type
- Certificate
- Academic Plan
- Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5853
- Total Credits Required
- 18
- Effective Term
- Fall 2025
- Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You’ll Learn
This certificate will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Adhere to industry safety regulations applicable to welding environments.
- Demonstrate proficient use of machines, tools and equipment in the welding environment.
- Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, prepare various types of weld joints per industry standards.
- Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, perform various types of welds on industry standard joint types in all positions.
- Describe quality control standards and practices applied in welding inspection in the welding industry.
- Interpret technical drawings common to welding.
- Use mathematical skills to solve basic welding problems.
- Solve basic welding problems applying a fundamental understanding of the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of materials.
- Demonstrate quality workmanship in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate professional knowledge and personal accountability.
- Effectively communicate verbally, non-verbally and in writing in various workplace environments.
- Identify the challenges and employment opportunities within the field of welding.
- Identify opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and abilities within the field of welding.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 18 | |
| WLD101 | Introduction to Welding | 3 |
| WLD106AA | Introduction to SMAW | 5 |
| WLD206AA | Introduction to GMAW/FCAW and GTAW | 5 |
| WLD206AD | Advanced GTAW Ferrous | 5 |
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Disclaimer
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16453349).
Full Award Details
- Major
- 5853
- First Term
- 2025 Fall
- Final Term
- Current
- Award
- CCL
- Total Credits
- 18
- CIPS code
- 48.0508
- SOC codes
- 51-4121.00
- Program Availability
- MC
- Instructional Council
- Applied Technology
- Last Updated
- 09/10/2025