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Turn your passion for building into a high-demand career with our Welding program. Train with Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) faculty using industry-standard equipment while mastering the welding processes employers rely on in aerospace, maritime, construction, manufacturing, and energy. As one of only two colleges in Washington accredited by the American Welding Society (AWS), you’ll graduate with the hands-on experience, industry certifications (including WABO (Washington Association of Building Officials)), and technical skills needed to launch your career or apprenticeship with confidence. The program also has a strong reputation for giving back to the community, and, in particular, has been recognized for its contributions to Pierce County Parks and Recreation’s Fantasy Lights event.
Upon completion of the welding competencies, students are encouraged to take the certification tests for the American Welding Society and the Washington Association of Building Officials. This program also provides extended learning for persons previously or currently employed in these professions.
Note: Through an Opportunity Grant, special tuition and book funding is available to assist low-income adult students entering this program.
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Program Information
Degrees & Certificates:
- Associate of Applied Science: Welding
- Certificate of Competency: Welder
- CIP: 48.0508
Program Lengths:
- AAS program degree length: 6 Quarters
- Certificate of Competency: 6 Quarters
Location/Hours
South Campus
Day 12-5 PM / Evening 5-10PM
Note: Information is accurate as of its original posting date. The college reserves the right to edit, change, or update information as needed throughout the year. Up-to-date information is available in Student Services.
Welding - Certificate of Competency (98 Credits)
- 6 quarter CoC
- Enrollment point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- This program offers online, hybrid, web-enhanced, and face-to-face courses. Please see course descriptions for more information.
- Students in this program will use welding machines for most processes. They will also learn to use ventilation, air compressors, welding booths, oxy/fuel torches, plasma tables, track burning ops, and forklift operation.
- Both day and evening courses are offered as well as various welding certificates.
- Students will be responsible for purchasing their own welding hood, leather boots, leather jacket, leather gloves. For complete list, see instructors.