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Our Welding 1 program will give you hands-on experience in key welding processes, including gas metal arc welding, thermal cutting processes, shielded metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding and oxy fuel cutting and welding. We offer both full-time and part-time classes to fit into your schedule.

The program focuses on developing critical welding skills, equipment setup, safety and basic welding metallurgy. You will also gain skills in types of metal, cutting and fabrication tools, welding positions, welding applications, and inspection and testing.

More Information About the Program

You will be provided:

  • Multiprocess Welder: You will be provided with a multiprocess welder upon graduation.

You must purchase:

Textbook & stationery

  • Modern Welding, 12th Edition
    Author: Althouse, Turnquist, Bowditch, Bowditch, Bowditch
    ISBN: 978-1635636864
  • Notebook
  • Pens/pencils

Personal Welding safety gear & clothing

  • Leather boots with safety toe (steel or composite)
    • Taller boots are recommended but should at least cover the ankle.
  • Long work pants/overalls – all cotton, standard denim is acceptable (Levis, Carhartt, Riggs, etc.) 
  • Long-sleeve work shirt – all cotton (flame resistant (FR) is recommended)
  • Welding hood
  • Welding cap
  • Leather driver gloves (1 pair)
  • MIG welding gloves (1 pair)
  • TIG welding gloves (1 pair)
  • Leather welding jacket with lower bib section (cape sleeve welding jackets are acceptable) 
  • Clear safety glasses (1 pair)
  • Shade 5 safety glasses or shade 5 visor (1 pair)
  • Welding-specific respirator (Miller, 3M)

Basic tools:

  • 4.5 inch angle grinder
  • Large Pipe-style vise-grip (12L3 recommended)
  • 25-foot tape measure
  • Welper (welding pliers for wire processes)
  • Slag (chipping) hammer
  • Wire brush (for cleaning welds) standard
  • 24oz hammer (ball peen or small sledge)
  • 12-inch combination square
  • Proper Personal Protective (PPP) gear must be worn at all times including boots, safety goggles, and proper attire.
  • Excessive odors from smoke, perfume, or other sources will not be tolerated.
  • Emily Griffith Student ID visible at all times during class and school events.
  • You cannot wear:
    • Sunglasses indoors
    • No sagging pants

This program has a strict attendance policy that will be reviewed at orientation. 

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 1 class period per course as a full-time student or 2 class periods as a part-time student (8 hours total); if you miss more than 1 or 2 class periods of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
  • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
  • Tardiness for over 15 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
  • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
  • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

WEL 1000 Safety for Welders
WEL 1001 Allied Cutting Processes
WEL 2003 Flux Cored Arc Welding I
WEL 2004 Flux Cored Arc Welding II
WEL 2001 Gas Metal Arc Welding I
WEL 1003 Basic Shielded Metal Arc I
WEL 1004 Basic Shielded Metal Arc II
WEL 1010 Advanced Shielded Metal Arc I
WEL 1021 Structural Welding I
WEL 1024 Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
WEL 2060 GTAW Stainless & Aluminum I
WEL 1090 Intro to CNC Plasma Table
WEL 1045 Intro to Robotic Welding
WEL 1006 Blueprint Reading for Welders and Fitters

46 of your credits will likely transfer to Front Range Community College towards an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Welding Technology. View Transferable Credits information here.

  • $12,935 (eligible for financial aid)
  • Full-time 8 months / Part-time 18 months
  • Start Date: Full-time, 2/11/2026, 3/5/2026, 4/30/2026
  • Start Date: Part-time, 9/2/2025
  • Location: Branch Campus
  • This program may have a waitlist.

Program Requirements

By applying to this program, you understand the Academic Preparedness and Physical Requirements below.

  • English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
  • Understanding of basic algebra.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls. 
  • Ability to perform safely in the shop.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds to eye level.
  • See details of objects that are more than a few feet away and differentiate between colors, shades and brightnesses.
  • Communicate effectively with instructor(s), classmates, and clients.
  • Have the dexterity to weld in a variety of positions. 
  • Perform repetitive movements that may include, but are not limited to bending, twisting, stretching, or reaching out. 
  • Maintain or regain balance to stay upright when in an unstable position. 
  • Ability to jump, sprint, or throw objects. 
  • Wear PPE equipment including, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, helmets, face shields, body coverings, and boots. 
  • Capable of sustained activity for 5 hours at a time.
  • This program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
  • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Navigator before class.
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