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Apprenticeship Requirements

Welder-Fabricator

Apprenticeship 50-442-1

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Effective: August 2025

First Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-511 Print Rdg/Math/Cutting/Inspect 2   This is the first course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces the trade, welding and fabrication safety, print reading, trade math, metal cutting, visual inspection, and an orientation to the college and this apprenticeship program.
Course #: 442-511
Title: Print Rdg/Math/Cutting/Inspect
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the first course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces the trade, welding and fabrication safety, print reading, trade math, metal cutting, visual inspection, and an orientation to the college and this apprenticeship program.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

Second Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-522 Layout/Fab Basics w/ SMAW/GMAW 2   This is the second course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces fabrication and layout skills and also SMAW and GMAW welding processes.
Course #: 442-522
Title: Layout/Fab Basics w/ SMAW/GMAW
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the second course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces fabrication and layout skills and also SMAW and GMAW welding processes.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

Third Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-513 Adv Fab/Layout w/ Soldrng/Braz 2   This is the third course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course explores advanced fabrication techniques commonly used by metal fabrication manufacturers. Course topics include rolling, bending, forming, applied math, applied print reading, advanced layout and soldering and brazing metal.
Course #: 442-513
Title: Adv Fab/Layout w/ Soldrng/Braz
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the third course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course explores advanced fabrication techniques commonly used by metal fabrication manufacturers. Course topics include rolling, bending, forming, applied math, applied print reading, advanced layout and soldering and brazing metal.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

Fourth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-524 Metallurgy/FCAW/GTAW Welding 2   This is the fourth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course explores the welding procedure specifications and standards for FCAW and GTAW. Apprentices will also learn about metallurgy, distortion control, and rigging and lifting. Learning plans include both classroom activities and hands-on welding projects in both welding processes.
Course #: 442-524
Title: Metallurgy/FCAW/GTAW Welding
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the fourth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course explores the welding procedure specifications and standards for FCAW and GTAW. Apprentices will also learn about metallurgy, distortion control, and rigging and lifting. Learning plans include both classroom activities and hands-on welding projects in both welding processes.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

Fifth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-515 Welding & Fab Troubleshooting 2   This is the fifth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course covers troubleshooting of layout, cutting, welding, and fabrication equipment. The course introduces the apprenticeship to basic troubleshooting procedures and applies those steps to specific equipment and manufacturing work processes.
Course #: 442-515
Title: Welding & Fab Troubleshooting
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the fifth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course covers troubleshooting of layout, cutting, welding, and fabrication equipment. The course introduces the apprenticeship to basic troubleshooting procedures and applies those steps to specific equipment and manufacturing work processes.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

Sixth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
442-526 Automation/CNC/Lean Mfg 2   This is the sixth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces the apprentice to CNC, automation, exotic materials, lean manufacturing, and welding standards, certifications, and qualifications.
Course #: 442-526
Title: Automation/CNC/Lean Mfg
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This is the sixth course in the related instruction portion of the Welder-Fabricator Apprenticeship program. This course introduces the apprentice to CNC, automation, exotic materials, lean manufacturing, and welding standards, certifications, and qualifications.
  Total Credits: 2  
Total Credits: 2

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 12

2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

Updated: 6/8/2023 10:52 a.m.  |  Printed: 8/5/2025 12:50 p.m.

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