Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welder
Technical Certificate of Credit

The Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welder technical certificate of credit program prepares students for jobs in the overhead shielded metal arc welding specialty area. The program provides the fundamental theory, safety practices, equipment and techniques of Oxyfuel and shielded metal arc welding in the overhead position.

Typical Coursework Includes:

• Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
• Shielded Matal Arc Welding III
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding IV

Why Study Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welder:

Job prospects should be excellent nationwide and within our service area. Employment of welding, soldering, and brazing workers is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations over the 2009-2012 periods. In addition, many openings will arise as workers retire or leave the occupation for other reasons.