Program Overview
Delta's two welding certificate programs combine specialized welding training with related technical courses to give you the training you need to get started in the field.
It's a great way to explore the career field or gain skills to accompany another skilled trades degree. You can continue your education and get an associate's degree, or get the credits to transfer and get a bachelor's.
One of the best things about Delta College is your ability to start here and go anywhere. And, in the process save thousands of dollars. It's a smart choice.
Program features:
- Hands-on welding lab classes
- Small class sizes
- Welding certifications
- Experienced welding faculty
- AWS SENSE certified program
- Program options: certificate, associate and transfer credits
Laddered certificate program
Welding - Certificate of Achievement
In addition to the Advanced Certificate, Delta College offers an entry-level Welding Certificate of Achievement. It's called a 'laddered program' because the courses you take here count toward the next step up – the Advanced Certificate.
This short certificate of achievement can give you a jump start in your welding career. After just one semester, you will have the skills needed to start an entry-level welding job. You will learn SMAW (STICK) and GMAW (MIG) weld processes and fillet and groove welds in horizontal and vertical positions while earning 16 credits.
Required classes:
- WELD 114W – Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- WELD 235W – Gas Metal Arc Welding
Why you should choose Delta
Life is busy. But that shouldn't get in the way of your education. Delta offers classes at night, on weekends and online to make taking classes and getting that degree easier. Plus, Delta has three centers so you can take classes even closer to home.
At the Teaching Learning Center, located in the Library, we offer tutoring on a wide variety of subjects, and help with developing study and learning skills. Most tutoring is on a walk-in basis but we do have some online tutoring options.
Best of all, it's free for currently enrolled Delta students. Just another way we demonstrate our commitment to helping students succeed.
Technology is a big deal!
We want to make sure our students know the latest techniques so, when you graduate, you can hit the ground running. Plus, we're nationally recognized for our technology innovations – for four years running.
Facts & Figures
The Michigan Transfer Agreement meets one year of general education requirements for a bachelor's degree.
An associate’s degree earns you 35% more income on average.
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