Ornamental Welding Additional Details

Ornamental Welding

Issued by Mohawk Valley Community College

This micro credential provides students with the essential knowledge and skills of welding methods used in the fabrication of ornamental metal objects and structures. Student will gain experience with a variety of metals, to include steel, wrought iron, stainless steel and aluminum. Upon completion, students should be qualified for entry-level positions as ornamental welders.

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Skills

Earning Criteria

  • MT170 Oxy-Acetylene Welding Procedures: 4 Credits This course covers the theory, methods, and use of acetylene equipment to oxy-weld and cut in all positions. Welding supply fee required.
  • MT270 Welding Procedures for MIG and TIG: 4 credits This course covers the theory and use of TIG (Tungsten InertGas) and MIG (Gas Metallic Arc) welding, including non-ferrous and ferrous metals in all positions. Topics include plasma welding, cutting, and safety procedures. Prerequisite: MT170 Oxy-Acetylene Welding Procedures. Welding supply fee required
  • MT276 Welders Ornamental Iron and Blacksmithing: 4 Credits This course covers the design and fabrication of wrought iron and sculpture. Topics include the theory of blacksmithing and the use of the forge on various metals. Safety is stressed. Welding supply fee required.