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Welding and Fabrication AAS

Prepare for a successful career in the field of welding and metalworking. In MCC’s Welding program, you’ll gain extensive experience in welding safety and the major welding processes: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). You’ll also develop print reading, metal forming, machining, and fabrication skills by working on various industry-level projects.

McHenry County has one of the fastest-growing manufacturing sectors in the region, and many of these manufacturers seek those with skills in heavy-duty metal fabrication and forging. Graduates leave well-prepared for careers in areas such as production welding, equipment manufacturing, general fabrication, construction, or custom fabrication. The AAS degree also allows students to become eligible for specialized welding certifications through the American Welding Society.

Stackable MCC certificates in this program include:
Manufacturing Essentials Certificate > Pre-Apprenticeship Welding Technician Certificate > Production Welding Technician CertificateBasic Welding Technician CertificateAdvanced Welding Technician Certificate building up to the Welding and Fabrication AAS

Career advancement certificates include:
Pre-Apprenticeship Welding Technician Certificate

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