Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

What you'll learn

Welding is an in-demand skillset! Add to your knowledge with this Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)-also known as Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding-microcredential. GTAW or TIG is a welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to create the weld. This welding process is widely used in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and construction, due to its precision and ability to produce high-quality welds on a wide range of materials. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, provides existing professionals with specialized skills, and can also serve as an entry point to the field. Those new to the professional will be ready to immediately apply for entry or junior level welding positions and pursue weld certification on multiple joints and positions according to the AWS (American Welding Society) D1.1 welding code.

A face to face microcredential from Jamestown Community College (85 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Jamestown Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

What you can earn

Pathway to Credit

This Jamestown Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Production Technician, Maintenance Technician, CNC Operator

Advanced manufacturing employers in New York report a shortage of skilled technicians.