Welding Fundamentals, Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
- 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 TIG Welding?
Take your welding expertise to the next level and master the art of Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding by producing high-quality welds on a variety of materials.
- Learn the essential skills and knowledge required to perform precise TIG welds on stainless steel, aluminum, and other alloys with confidence and precision.
- Benefit from our renowned faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to delivering top-notch education that meets industry standards.
- Stackable classes that lead to a Pipe Welding Career Studies Certificate, providing you with a streamlined path to advancing your welding career.
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!
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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.
Our program is accredited by the American Welding Society (AWS), ensuring that you receive a quality education that meets industry standards. Gain the credentials and certifications needed to stand out in the job market and open doors to exciting career opportunities in TIG welding.
Experience hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art welding labs, where you'll have the opportunity to practice TIG welding techniques under the guidance of experienced instructors. Develop proficiency through practical applications and projects that simulate real-world welding scenarios, ensuring you're well-prepared for the demands of the industry.
Learn from experienced instructors with industry knowledge who provide valuable insights and mentorship. Our faculty are dedicated to your success and are committed to helping you reach your full potential as a TIG welder.
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Class Highlights
WEL 120 - Introduction to Welding
Introduces history of welding processes. Covers types of equipment and assembly of units. Stresses welding procedures such as fusion, non-fusion, and cutting oxyacetylene. Introduces arc welding and plasma arc cutting.
WEL 164 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
Study practical operations in the use of tungsten arc welding and equipment. Introduces practical operations in the use of tungsten arc welding and equipment.
WEL 166 - Advanced Gas Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
Explore tungsten arc welding equipment operation setup, safety, and practice of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG).
Program Roadmap
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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.
Upon completion of the Welding Fundamentals, TIG Career Studies Certificate program, graduates can pursue a range of career opportunities in industries that require precision welding skills. Here are some career and employment facts about the jobs this program can lead to:
- TIG Welder: Graduates can work as TIG welders in industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, marine, and fabrication shops. TIG welders are often tasked with welding thin materials, producing clean and aesthetically pleasing welds, and working on projects that require high precision and quality.
- Pipe Welder: Some graduates may specialize in pipe welding using TIG techniques. Pipe welders are in demand in industries such as oil and gas, construction, and plumbing. They weld pipes of various diameters and materials, ensuring strong and leak-free joints for fluid or gas transportation systems.
- Welding Fabricator: With their TIG welding skills, graduates can pursue roles as welding fabricators, where they work on assembling and fabricating metal structures, components, and products. This role may involve interpreting blueprints, selecting appropriate materials, and welding intricate joints to create finished products.
- Quality Control Inspector: Graduates may also find opportunities as quality control inspectors, responsible for inspecting welded components to ensure they meet industry standards and specifications. They assess weld quality, detect defects or inconsistencies, and document inspection reports.
- Job Growth and Stability: TIG welding skills are highly valued in the industry due to the precision and quality of welds produced. As a result, graduates of the TIG welding program can expect steady job growth and opportunities for advancement with experience, certifications, and additional specialized training.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission.
