GateWay Community College

Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous and Non-Ferrous

Certificate of Competency (CC)

Phoenix, AZ

720Hours

$10,356cost

0Units/Credits

Program Details & Enrollment Information

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Program Overview

Program Overview

The Certificate of Competency (CCT) in Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) prepares students for aerospace industry code certification testing in the gas tungsten arc welding process in carbon steel and stainless-steel (ferrous metals) and aluminum (non-ferrous). An AAS in Welding as well as certificates in the following areas of specialization are also available: Welding: Gas Metal / Flux Cored Arc Welding (GMAW)/(FCAW), Welding: Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW) Plate, Welding: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe, and Welding: Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW) Plate and Pipe.

Program Objectives

TIG Welding Techniques: Participants will master the techniques of Tungsten Inert Gas welding, commonly known as GTAW. This includes precise control of the welding arc and the deposition of filler metal.
Metal Joining and Fusion: The program emphasizes the principles of metal joining and fusion, teaching participants how to create strong, durable welds on various materials, such as stainless steel, aluminum, and exotic alloys.
Blueprint Reading: Participants will learn to interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, a crucial skill for understanding welding specifications and ensuring accuracy in the welding process.
Welding Safety Practices: Emphasis is placed on safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, safe handling of welding equipment, and awareness of potential hazards in the welding environment.
Material Selection and Preparation: Participants will gain knowledge in selecting appropriate welding materials and preparing them for the welding process, ensuring compatibility and quality in the finished welds.
Quality Control and Inspection: The program covers quality control measures and inspection techniques, teaching participants how to assess the integrity of welds and meet industry standards.

What You'll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

Adhere to industry safety regulations applicable to welding environments.
Demonstrate proficient use of machines, tools and equipment in the welding environment.
Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, prepare various types of weld joints per industry standards.
Using appropriate welding and cutting processes and procedures, perform various types of welds on industry standard joint types in all positions.
Describe quality control standards and practices applied in welding inspection in the welding industry.
Interpret technical drawings common to welding.
Use mathematical skills to solve basic welding problems.
Solve basic welding problems applying a fundamental understanding of the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of materials.
Demonstrate quality workmanship in a timely manner.
Demonstrate professional knowledge and personal accountability.
Effectively communicate verbally, non-verbally and in writing in various workplace environments.
Identify the challenges and employment opportunities within the field of welding.
Identify opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and abilities within the field of welding.

Potential Career Opportunities

TIG Welder
Welding Technician
Metal Fabricator
Aerospace Welding Specialist
Manufacturing Welder
Structural Welder
Pipe Welder
Aluminum Welder
Welding Inspector
Quality Control Welding Technician

Skills you will gain

Blueprint Reading
Engineering Drawings
Quality Control
TIG Welding
Welding Safety
Welding Techniques
Welding Inspection
Metal Joining
Material Preparation
Precision Welding

Degree Requirements:

Please keep in mind:

Students should meet with a navigator to discuss their academic and career goals.
The course sequence is laid out by block and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
This is a cohort program in which students progress through their course of study together in the required course sequence.

Please refer to the school's official website for the complete Program Course List.