Combination Welder II is a Certificate program offered by Lynnes Welding Training in Fargo, ND. The program takes 16 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $14,975.
Program Overview
Prepares students for entry-level employment in manufacturing, structural steel, and pipe welding. The student will obtain the ability to read and understand fabrication fundamentals, welding drawings, and layouts. In addition, students will be able to demonstrate and gain essential workforce skills: solving problems effectively, managing time, receiving feedback constructively, and develop target resumes. This course includes 2 extra weeks of SMAW and 2 extra weeks of GTAW training. All classroom time is the same in both Combination Welder I and II Programs.
COMBINATION WELDER II PROGRAM - 16 weeks/640 hours | Lynnes Welding Training
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and evaluate issues with welding equipment to implement effective solutions.
Exhibit self-awareness, self-efficacy, and self-regulation to effectively oversee one’s own well-being, ensuring personal growth and the attainment of individual objectives.
Identify and address improvements in their skills to better achieve personal goals by actively listening to feedback
Demonstrate ability to pursue, attract, and secure career opportunities aligned to personal interests and qualifications.
UPHILL SMAW PIPE WELDING (STICK) SKILLS – 5 weeks/200 hours
Curriculum
The welding disciplines covered in this course are 5 weeks (200 hours) of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), 8 weeks (320 hours) of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) plate and pipe Welding, and 3 weeks (120 hours) of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Other areas of study include safety, basic trade math, equipment maintenance, fabrication fundamentals, welding drawings, layout and fabrication, thermal cutting and quality control and inspection.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course the student should be:
- Able to understand the different wires, shielding gasses and transfer modes associated with GMAW and FCAW
- Able to understand welding symbols, blueprints and pipe layouts
- Able to understand the different electrodes and the applications associated with SMAW
- Able to understand tungsten classifications and the applications associated with GTAW
- Equipped with the skills to perform plate weld qualifications in GMAW, FCAW & SMAW processes to the America Welding Society (AWS) D1.1/D1.1M current standards
- Equipped with the skills to perform pipe weld qualification in SMAW processes to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) current standards
- Equipped with the skills to perform a fillet weld qualification in GTAW process
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Admission Requirements and Process
Please note that the Combination Welder II Program is only available in the main Fargo, ND location and not at the branch locations.
*Please note: This course is only offered in our main Fargo, ND location & not at our branch locations.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide