Welding Technology SENSE Entry-Level Welder
Certificate of Achievement Building & Energy Systems Professional · College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog
This program provides the necessary industry-standard recognition according to AWS QC10 specifications in Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding in 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:
- Student will demonstrate proper welding techniques using SMAW, GMAW and GTAW welding equipment in all four positions.
- Student will demonstrate fabrication techniques including measuring, bending, cutting, and fitting.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 011A | Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 011B | Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 011C | Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 012A | Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 012B | Intermediate Gas Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 012C | Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 013A | Introduction To Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 013B | Intermediate Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 2 |
| WELD 013C | Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding | 2 |
| May substitute WELD 011 for WELD 011A | ||
| May substitute WELD 012 for WELD 012A | ||
| CERTIFICATE TOTAL | 18 | |