Let the sparks fly! This program is great for students interested in learning basic welding & metal fabrication techniques.  Students can take the exam to become SENSE Level 1 certified through the American Welding Society and employers are willing to pay top dollar for skilled, certified welders!  In this program, students build projects in the welding shop using gas metal arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting, and metal-forming techniques. Students work together to produce unique creative designs in teams.  Fabricated items will include both student-initiated projects as well as items that were requested by local individuals and companies. This allows students to experience real-world business experience, working with customers on bidding, formalizing a contract, and more. This program is made up of lecture, hands-on training in the FRCC Welding Shop, group projects, guest speakers, and field trips.
 
High School Credit:
This program may earn academic credit and/or fulfill high school graduation requirements.  Check with your high school counselor for more information.
 
FRCC College Credit:
Students can earn optional FRCC college credit through our concurrent enrollment option.  Check with your counselor for more information about enrollment requirements.  Students can earn the FRCC Welding Fundamentals Certificate and an FRCC Oxyaceltalyne Welding Certificate during this program.  College courses also apply towards a variety of additional degree and certificate programs under the Welding Program at FRCC.