Welding

Shielded Metal Arc Welding

San Diego College of Continuing Education

California

Non-credit

Credits

Certificate

In Person

24 weeks

About this program

Provides basic instruction in the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process on steel plates and shapes. Topics include orientation, safety, measuring tools, material types, metal cutting and preparation, and SMAW procedures and practices. Workplace skills including math, communications, and business ethics are integrated into the curriculum. Students successfully completing this course will be prepare for entry-level positions.