Classes Taught

Spring 2025

WLD206AA Introduction to GMAW/FCAW and GTAW 5 Credits

Instruction in theory and practice of gas metal arc welding (GMAW, commonly referred to as MIG), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, commonly referred to as TIG). Basic welding procedures on ferrous and nonferrous metals. Setup and operation of welding process equipment. Covers selection of proper filler materials and shielding gas options.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: WLD101 or permission of Instructor. Prerequisites or Corequisites: WLD106AA or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27200
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AB Advanced GMAW and FCAW 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux cored arc welding (FCAW) in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prepare for industry code performance qualification plate tests with both welding processes.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27201
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AC Advanced GTAW Non-Ferrous 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) aluminum sheet in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. Prepare for industry code performance qualification tests in any welding position.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27202
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AD Advanced GTAW Ferrous 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) carbon and stainless-steel in any position. Prepare for industry code performance qualification tests in any welding position.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27203
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD215 Welding Fabrication 3 Credits

Introduction to layout, basic welding, and fabrication. Introduction to the basic skills of measuring, equipment setup and cutting, shaping, grinding, welding, filing, and heating and bending of metal parts.

Prerequisites: WLD101, or WLD106++, or WLD206++, or Apprentice status, or permission of the Apprenticeship Coordinator.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27994
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
3:15 PM – 5:45 PM

Class Started

Summer 2025

WLD101 Introduction to Welding 3 Credits

Introduction to safe operation of shop equipment and common joining and thermal cutting processes used in the welding industry. It is designed to provide a brief exposure to the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, OFW, OFC, PAC processes while developing incremental hands-on skills through sequenced lab experiences.

Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16650
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
06/02/2025 – 07/09/2025
MoTuWe
1:30 PM – 5:10 PM

Open

6 of 13
Seats Available

Notes: Class 16650 Empire Southwest Think Big program

Fall 2025

WLD206AA Introduction to GMAW/FCAW and GTAW 5 Credits

Instruction in theory and practice of gas metal arc welding (GMAW, commonly referred to as MIG), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, commonly referred to as TIG). Basic welding procedures on ferrous and nonferrous metals. Setup and operation of welding process equipment. Covers selection of proper filler materials and shielding gas options.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: WLD101 or permission of Instructor. Prerequisites or Corequisites: WLD106AA or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: For further program information contact the program director at 480-461-7131 or email [email protected] to be placed on a wait list if the class is closed.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23121
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AB Advanced GMAW and FCAW 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux cored arc welding (FCAW) in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prepare for industry code performance qualification plate tests with both welding processes.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: For further program information contact the program director at 480-461-7131 or email [email protected] to be placed on a wait list if the class is closed.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23122
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AC Advanced GTAW Non-Ferrous 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) aluminum sheet in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. Prepare for industry code performance qualification tests in any welding position.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: For further program information contact the program director at 480-461-7131 or email [email protected] to be placed on a wait list if the class is closed.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23123
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

WLD206AD Advanced GTAW Ferrous 5 Credits

Instruction and practice of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) carbon and stainless-steel in any position. Prepare for industry code performance qualification tests in any welding position.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in WLD206AA or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: For further program information contact the program director at 480-461-7131 or email [email protected] to be placed on a wait list if the class is closed.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23124
Dobson Campus

Welding Lab 1

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
MoWe
6:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Closed

No Seats Available

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