Welding Fundamentals, Metal Inert Gas (MIG)
- Career Studies Certificate (C.S.C.)
Program Snapshot
Your Learning Options
In-Person, Hybrid, Online
16 Credit Hours
Estimated Time to Complete
1 year (2 full-time semesters)
In-State Tuition Per Credit Hour
$176.00 | Calculate your costs
Why MIG Welding?
Unlock your welding potential and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, and beyond.
- Learn from experienced instructors who bring industry knowledge and expertise to the classroom.
- Experience hands-on training in our newly built welding labs, equipped with the latest technology and resources.
- Accredited by the American Welding Society (AWS), ensuring that you receive a quality education that meets industry standards.
Paying for College
We are committed to using all of the available funds to help you gain access to a college education. In fact, more than 91% of our students graduate without any educational debt. In 2023, Reynolds Community College students received over $21 million dollars in grants, loans, work-study and scholarships with the average aid awarded totaling over $4,000 per student.
Payment plans are offered to break down tuition payments. Textbook Assistance and Laptop Lending Programs are also available. Be sure to explore all the types of financial aid available as well!
Get a Skill. Get a Job. Get Ahead.
G3 financial assistance at Reynolds can help cover tuition for select programs like this one! Starting something new or changing a career path can be scary, but if you want to earn workplace certifications or an academic degree that leads to a career, G3 tuition assistance can help remove the financial barrier of going to college.
Why Reynolds?
We are more than a community college.
Reynolds is the key that unlocks the door to your academic and professional success. Here you will find a safe place to start. We will help you explore, dream, succeed, try, and try again. Our amazing faculty and highly personalized advisors, your Reynolds Navigators, are well known for guiding you to discover that "aha moment.” That means an outstanding college experience, less debt, more freedom, and a solid start on your future.
Take advantage of stackable classes that can lead to a Pipe Welding Career Studies Certificate, providing you with a clear pathway to advancing your welding career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, our curriculum is designed to meet your needs and propel you towards success in the welding industry.
Benefit from our industry-leading instructors, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to excellence in education. Join a community of aspiring welders and learn from the best in the field.
Learn in a program that offers competitive tuition rates, financial aid options, and convenient class schedules, making our MIG Welding Fundamentals program accessible to students from all backgrounds. Invest in your future without breaking the bank and embark on a rewarding career path in welding.
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Class Highlights
SAF 130 - Industrial Safety
Presents an introduction to occupational health and safety and its application in the workplace. Emphasizes safety standards and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), its rules and regulations
WEL 161 - Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Learn flux cored semi-automatic welding processes with emphasis on practical application, including the study of filler wires, fluxes, and gasses.
WEL 160 - Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG and FCAW)
Explore semi-automatic welding processes with an emphasis on practical application, including the study of filler wires, fluxes, and gasses.
Program Roadmap
Get all the details on our MIG Welding program, including class sequences, admission requirements, financial considerations, and more.
Additional Program Information
PURPOSE: Employment opportunities exist for individuals proficient in advanced welding techniques. This program is designed for students with no previous experience in welding, as well as for individuals currently employed in the welding field who wish to upgrade their skills.
Individuals entering the Welding Career Studies Certificate (CSC) should consider this program as a means of developing or advancing their job skills over a one-year period of time and as a means of acquiring the skills necessary to test for the various levels of welding certification.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: Opportunities for graduates include construction welder, fabrication welder, and welding supply salesperson.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission.
COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING: Gain hands-on experience and master the art of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding, also known as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Our program focuses on teaching you the fundamentals of MIG welding, including safety practices, machine setup, electrode selection, welding parameter adjustment, and troubleshooting common issues. With practical training in welding various joints, positions, and materials, you'll be prepared to tackle real-world welding challenges with confidence.
STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT: Practice your welding techniques using cutting-edge equipment and prepare yourself for the demands of modern welding environments. Our facilities provide the ideal setting for honing your skills and mastering the craft of MIG welding.
EXPERT INSTRUCTION AND MENTORSHIP: Receive personalized guidance, valuable insights, and mentorship that will empower you to succeed in your welding career. Our faculty are dedicated to your success and are committed to helping you reach your full potential as a welder.
