# Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Certificate of Completion)

College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Building & Energy Systems Professional

Source: https://catalog.collegeofthedesert.edu/programs/energy-systems-technology/welding-smaw-noncredit/

This program provides the necessary industry-standard recognition according to American Welding Society (AWS) QC10 specifications in Shielded Metal Arc Welding in partial requirements of Level One, Entry Level Welder. Industry certification provides the student an opportunity to demonstrate to potential employers evidence of competency for entry-level positions in the welding industry.

### Learning Outcomes

#### Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:

1.  Student will demonstrate proper welding techniques using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) welding equipment in all four welding positions: flat, horizontal, overhead and vertical.
2.  Student will demonstrate fabrication techniques including measuring, bending, cutting, and fitting.

### Program Requirements

#### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WELD 311A | Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 0 |
| WELD 311B | Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 0 |
| WELD 311C | Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 0 |