Welding Technology/Welder

Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, Michigan offers a one- to two-year certificate in Welding Technology/Welder. This public college program covers arc welding, MIG and TIG processes, metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and welding safety within the welding technology field.

Classified under CIP code 48.0508, this program is among a broad set of technical offerings at Southwestern Michigan College. Related programs at the school include Automation Engineer Technology/Technician at both certificate levels, Carpentry/Carpenter, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Computer Support Specialist, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance.