Welding Certification
Funding is available through the Philip E. & Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation Scholarships.
A career in welding is for those who are detail oriented, have physical strength, and manual dexterity. It takes both skill and practice to become proficient in this field.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Welding Certification program introduces students to the basic skills, equipment,
and accessories of welding. Students learn safety practices and welding symbols, and
gain hands-on experience. Program covers: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW or MIG), Gas
Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW or TIG), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW or Stick), Flux
Cored Arc Welding (FCAW, and Oxyfuel Cutting (OFC).
COURSES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
IA 1237 Arc Welding Fundamentals
IA 1247 Intermediate Welding
TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
as little as 12 weeks
CREDENTIAL(S) EARNED:
Welding Certification
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification
LOCATION:
Harford's Leading Edge Training Center at Water's Edge
4690 Millennium Drive, Suite 101, Belcamp, MD 21017
What can I do when I complete this program?
Students completing Harford's Welding Certification program are trained to begin working on job sites where welding is required. They may continue to earn certifications to advance their careers, perform more complex welding jobs, or specialize in a specific are of welding.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
If you would like further information or wish to be added to our mailing list, complete
a Workforce Inquiry Form and a member of our team will contact you.
CONTACT:
Heather Irizarry | 443.412.2755 | hirizarry@harford.edu