Introduction to Welding Processes
Course Description
WLD 3106Y
This course is intended for students who possesses no prior knowledge of welding concepts, and provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding. Course content will cover welding processes such as SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) on plate, blueprint reading, cutting processes, and metallurgy. Safety practices will also be reviewed and demonstrated. This course is aligned with the SENSE Level I program designed by the American Welding Society. SPCC welding faculty hold current AWS welding certifications, and SPCC’s welding facilities utilize the AWS SENSE curriculum.
Pre-Requisites
None
Requirements
Welding gloves and helmets will be available for shared use.
Cost
$334.40
Books
None
Upcoming Courses
| Begin Date | End Date | Time | Days | Campus | Total Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/16/22 | 6/20/22 | 1:00pm-5:00pm | MTWTh | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 | This course includes 92 hours of seated lab, and 4 hours of online lecture. |
| 8/15/22 | 10/10/22 | 1:00pm-5:00pm | MTW | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 |
Intermediate Welding Processes
Course Description
WLD 3106J
Instructor permission required to register for this course. This course is intended for students who already possess an introductory knowledge of the following welding concepts: SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) on plate, blueprint reading, cutting processes, and metallurgy; and are seeking additional training in areas such as out-of-position welds, and open root plate welds. Safety practices will also be reviewed and demonstrated. Students will be introduced to destructive and non-destructive testing. This course is aligned with the SENSE Level I program designed by the American Welding Society. SPCC welding faculty hold current AWS welding certifications, and SPCC’s welding facilities utilize the AWS SENSE curriculum.
Pre-Requisites
Instructor permission
Requirements
Welding gloves and helmets will be available for shared use.
Cost
$334.40
Books
None
Upcoming Courses
| Begin Date | End Date | Time | Days | Campus | Total Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/21/22 | 7/28/22 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm | MTWTh | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 | This course includes 92 hours of seated lab, and 4 hours of online lecture. |
| 6/23/22 | 8/11/22 | 5:30pm -9 :30pm | TTh | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 | This course includes 60 hours of seated lab, and 36 hours of online lecture. |
| 10/11/22 | 12/6/22 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm | MTW | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 |
Advanced Welding Processes
Course Description
WLD 3106V
Instructor permission required to register for this course. This course is intended for students who already possess an intermediate level of knowledge in welding areas such as SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) on plate, and are seeking a classroom/lab environment where they may practice on pipe, review blueprint reading, and review metallurgy. Students will also learn welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing. This course is aligned with the SENSE Level II program designed by the American Welding Society. SPCC welding faculty hold current AWS welding certifications, and SPCC’s welding facilities utilize the AWS SENSE curriculum.
Pre-Requisites
Instructor permission
Requirements
Welding gloves and helmets will be available for shared use.
Cost
$334.40
Books
None
Upcoming Courses
| Begin Date | End Date | Time | Days | Campus | Total Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/21/22 | 7/28/22 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm | MTWTh | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 | This course includes 92 hours of seated lab, and 4 hours of online lecture. |
| 6/23/22 | 8/11/22 | 5:30pm -9 :30pm | TTh | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 | This course includes 60 hours of seated lab, and 36 hours of online lecture. |
| 10/11/22 | 12/6/22 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm | MTW | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 96 |
Welding Practice Lab
Course Description
This course is designed for current welding professionals who are seeking an environment to practice and perfect existing welding skills. This course is taught in an open lab format, allowing students to work with a credentialed welding instructor in a supervised lab setting. Students may receive up to 24 hours of lab instruction.
Pre-Requisites
Permission of instructor. Students must contact Marvin Tyson at MTyson@spcc.edu in order to schedule their 4-hour blocks on instruction. Requests must be received at least 24 hours in advance.
Requirements
Welding gloves and helmets will be available for shared use.
Cost
$101.40
Books
None
Upcoming Courses
| Begin Date | End Date | Time | Days | Campus | Total Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/16/22 | 7/28/22 | Varies | MTWThF | Tyson Family Center, Monroe | 24 | Prerequisite: Permission of Permission of instructor. Students must contact Marvin Tyson at MTyson@spcc.edu in order to schedule their 4-hour blocks on instruction. Requests must be received at least 24 hours in advance. |
Non credit courses that align with credit courses
Upcoming Courses
| Course | Dates | Days | Hours | Location | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Processes | 8/17/22-12/14/22 | Wednesdays | 1:30-4:20pm | Tyson/Online | $271.40 |
| SMAW (Stick) Plate | 8/15/22-12/14/22 | MW | 8:00am-12:15am | Tyson/Online | $271.40 |
| GTAW (TIG) Plate | 8/16/22-12/14/22 | TTh | 10:00am-1:50pm | Tyson/Online | $271.40 |
| Symbols and Specifications | 8/15/22-12/14/22 | M | 1:30-3:20pm | Tyson/Online | $271.40 |
Requirements
Welding gloves and helmets will be available for shared use.
Cost
$186.40
Books
Varies – please check with instructor
www.spcc.edu/bookstore
Registration Options
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Location
Tyson Family Center for Technology, Monroe
Polkton Campus, Polkton
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