Basic Welding

Atlantic County Institute of Technology

In-Demand in New Jersey

This training may be eligible for funding from your One-Stop Career Center.

DescriptionAbout this Learning Opportunity

This is the first semester of a two (2) semester course. Basic Welding is the prerequisite for Intermediate welding offered in the spring semester. Students will learn welding safety, oxygen-acetylene safety and cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (stick welding), introduction to MIG welding, and welding theory. Welding safety and theory will be covered in the classroom on designated nights as selected by the instructor. Students will become members of the American Welding Society. As members, the students will have the option to take the American Welding Society (AWS) SENSE tests which consist of written tests and can culminate in a welding test at the end of Intermediate Welding (the Spring semester course).

Quick FactsDetails about this Learning Opportunity

Certifications:SENSE Training: Entry Level Welder - Level I CertificationCompletion Time:6-12 monthsTotal Hours:
78 hours

CostDetailed cost breakdown of the Learning Opportunity

Total Cost$1,070
Tuition$900
Fees$55
Books & Materials$100
Supplies & Tools$0
Other$15

Location and Contact DetailsGeographic and contact information for this Learning Opportunity

Atlantic County Institute of Technology

5080 Atlantic Avenue
Mays Landing, NJ 08830

Erich Wolf
Director of Evening school
(609) 625-2249 Ext: 1231

http://www.acitech.org

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Support ServicesSupport services provided for the Learning Opportunity

Offers evening courses
Wheelchair accessible
Job placement assistance

Offerings subject to change – contact the provider to verify these services are still available

How to get fundingYou may be eligible for funding for certain training opportunities

New Jersey residents who meet eligibility criteria can receive funding to train for the following in-demand occupations: In-Demand Occupations List For more details about tuition assistance and to apply, visit the

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