The Welder Technician course is an intensive overview of skills relating to welding techniques from the basic principles of metal cutting and rigging to safety guidelines and manufacturing management.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Video-based labs: The latest version of Google Chrome is preferred.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Do you like to work with your hands? Are you looking for a career where you can do what you love and make good money? This online Welder Technician course is an accelerated training package that will provide you the required knowledge and skills you need for success as a welder.

The course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for a welder technician to perform the job, including lessons in math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, metal cutting, grinding, forming, robotics, rigging, and welding.

1. Math
   1. Math Fundamentals 101
   2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
   3. Units of Measurement 112
   4. Basics of Tolerance 121
   5. Blueprint Reading 131
   6. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
   7. Geometry: Triangles 161
   8. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
   9. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
   10. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
   11. Statistics 231
2. Inspection
   1. Basic Measurement 101
   2. Introduction to GD&T 301
   3. Major Rules of GD&T 311
   4. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
   5. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
   6. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
3. Safety
   1. Intro to OSHA 101
   2. Personal Protective Equipment 111
   3. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
   4. Respiratory Safety 131
   5. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
   6. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
   7. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
   8. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
   9. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
   10. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
   11. Ergonomics 102
   12. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
   13. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
   14. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
   15. Confined Spaces 231
   16. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
   17. Machine Guarding 140
4. Materials
   1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
   2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
   3. Introduction to Metals 121
   4. Metal Manufacturing 140
   5. Classification of Steel 201
   6. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel 211
   7. Ferrous Metals 231
   8. Nonferrous Metals 241
   9. Exotic Alloys 301
5. Quality and Manufacturing Management
   1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
   2. Essentials of Leadership 110
   3. Essentials of Communication 120
   4. ISO 9001: 2015 Review 122
   5. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
   6. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part I 124
   7. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
   8. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part II 125
   9. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
   10. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
   11. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
   12. 5S Overview 151
   13. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
   14. Team Leadership 160
   15. Intro to Six Sigma 171
   16. Quality and Customer Service 175
   17. Manufacturing Management 180
   18. Troubleshooting 181
   19. Personal Effectiveness 190
   20. Conducting Kaizen Events 191
   21. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
   22. SPC Overview 211
   23. Harassment and Discrimination 215
   24. TS 16949:2009 Overview 221
   25. Interpreting Blueprints 230
   26. Performance Management and the Law 230
   27. Metrics for Lean 231
   28. Process Flow Charting 241
   29. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
   30. Management Tools: Problem Solving 270
   31. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
6. Grinding and Machining
   1. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
   2. Grinding Processes 201
   3. Grinding Safety 211
   4. Band Saw Operation 211
   5. Basics of the Surface Grinder 231
   6. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety 231
   7. Setup for the Surface Grinder 241
   8. Surface Grinder Operation 251
7. Press Brake
   1. Press Brake Safety 100
   2. Press Brake Components 110
   3. Bending Fundamentals 120
   4. Die Bending Operations 130
   5. Operating the Press Brake 200
   6. Press Brake Specifications 220
8. Robotics and Mechanical Systems
   1. Forces of Machines 121
   2. Robot Troubleshooting 160
   3. Robot Installations 230
9. Rigging
   1. Intro to Machine Rigging 110
   2. Rigging Equipment 120
   3. Lifting and Moving Equipment 130
   4. Rigging Inspection and Safety 210
   5. Rigging Mechanics 220
10. Welding and Assembly
    1. Welding Safety Essentials 101
    2. Safety for Assembly 105
    3. PPE for Welding 111
    4. Safety for Soldering 115
    5. Tools for Threaded Fasteners 120
    6. Welding Fumes and Gases Safety 121
    7. Electrical Safety for Welding 131
    8. Introduction to Welding 141
    9. Introduction to Welding Processes 151
    10. Material Tests for Welding 201
    11. Welding Ferrous Metals 211
    12. Welding Nonferrous Metals 212
    13. Overview of Weld Types 221
    14. Overview of Weld Defects 222
    15. Welding Symbols and Codes 231
    16. Electrical Power for Arc Welding 241
    17. Introduction to SMAW 252
    18. Introduction to GMAW 251
    19. Fabrication Process 232
    20. Overview of Soldering 271
    21. Plasma Cutting 283
    22. Oxyfuel Cutting Applications 282
    23. SMAW Applications 311
    24. GMAW Applications 301
    25. Advanced GMAW Applications 302
    26. GTAW Applications 331
11. Labs
    1. Fire Safety
    2. Safety Awareness in Manufacturing
    3. 5S and Hand Tool Identification
    4. Gas Metal Arc Welding
    5. Shielded Metal Arc Welding

What you will learn

• Welding Safety, Processes, and Applications
• Troubleshooting
• Inspection Methods
• Metallurgy
• Rigging
• Fabrication Processes

How you will benefit

• Prepare for a career as a welder technician
• Gain confidence in your ability to perform your job
• Access to five video-based simulation labs for virtual hands-on experience
• Get the knowledge and skills you need to start your career in an accelerated format
• Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email.