Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Certificate (GTA1)
The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in TIG welding techniques. Topics include understanding the nature and culture of the welding industry, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and TIG welding processes.
Employment Opportunities
The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for entry level employment within the welding and fabrication industry, as well as similar working environments where welding is needed.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Curriculum
The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 15 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 330 contact hours and generally takes 1 semester to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (15 Credits)
WELD 1000: “C” or higher grade is required for this course.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,500
Fees ($370 per semester): $370
Books/Supplies: $180
Course Supply Fees:
- WELD 1010 Oxyfuel Cutting: $20
- WELD 1110 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: $20
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)