What You Will Learn
Welding, an essential skill used in manufacturing and technology, is continually sought after among employers in this industry.
In ‘Introduction to Welding,’ the first course in this program, students learn the basics of welding in CCM’s all new welding lab in the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center. This course is a prerequisite for continuing training, as it is an opportunity for students to understand what is involved and to see if this vocation is a good fit for them.
In our longer follow-up course, ‘AWS Level 1 Welding,’ students committed to this vocation will gain the skills and practice hours in order to prepare for the American Welding Society (AWS) Level 1 Entry-Welder certification exam.
Due to space and equipment constraints, these classes are limited to 14 students. Demand is very high for these classes, and not everyone who wants to enroll will be able to join. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Curriculum
Class is held two evenings per week (either M/W or T/Th from 5:30-8:30 p.m. AND on Saturdays for 4 hours (either 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-5 p.m. depending on the class).
Students are expected to supply their own safety gear/clothing including:
- Safety glasses
- Arc helmet min shade #10
- Shade 5 cutting glasses
- Hearing protection
- Gauntlet welding gloves
- TIG welding gloves
- Work shoes
- Cotton denim or flame-retardant jeans and shirt
- Welding jacket (optional, but highly recommended)
Welding
Introduction to Welding (WDT-333E)
This course will introduce students to welding technology and welding theory with an emphasis on basic Stick and MIG welding and operating procedures. Additional topics include hand tool and power tool use, measurement, welding career potentials and introduction to welding codes and standards. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the field of welding, build their knowledge from the ground up, and enable them to acquire a range of skills in this industry.
Under the guidance of the instructor, students will have the opportunity to practice welding and create a solid welding foundation to prepare them for the AWS Level 1 course.
This program is an evening and weekend program. This program requires student commitment and attendance over an approximate 7-week period. Students are expected to supply their own safety gear/clothing.
Instructor: Joseph Eannetta
- Current course is Mondays and Wednesdays, January 27-March 12 from 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., AND Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Next course will tentatively run Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 20-July 3 from 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. AND Saturdays from 1-5 p.m.
19 sessions: 63 hours, CEU 6.3
Cost: $1,599
AWS Level 1 Welding (WDT-215E)
Prerequisite: Introduction to Welding, or 1 year of work experience as a welder.
Learn the basics of welding in CCM’s welding lab in the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center. In this 200-hour program, you will learn the differences and applications of the four main welding processes: Flux (FCAW or Flux Cored Arc Welding), Stick (SMAW or Shielded Metal Arc Welding), MIG (Metal, Inert Gas) and TIG (Tungsten, Inert Gas) welding. You will prepare to successfully pass the AWS Level 1 Entry-Welder certification exam.
Instructor: Joseph Eannetta
- Current course is in session Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 12, 2024-May 10, 2025 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. AND Saturdays from 1-5 p.m..
- Next course is tentatively scheduled for March 24-September 13, 2025. Students enrolled in ‘Introduction to Welding’ will be invited to continue with their training and should receive the registration information from their current instructor.
60 sessions: 200 hours
Location: AME-143
Cost: $3,999
Individual Welding Certifications also Available
Experienced welders can choose their desired certification from the list below or submit their own Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) for qualification.
| AWS Code | Process | Base Metal | Position |
| D1.1 | SMAW
(Stick) |
A36 Steel | 1G or 3G |
| D1.1 | GMAW
(MIG) |
A36 Steel | 1G or 3G |
| D1.1 | FCAW
(Flux Core) |
A36 Steel | 1G or 3G |
| D1.6 | GTAW
(TIG) |
308L Stainless Steel | 1G |
| D1.2 | GTAW
(TIG) |
6061 T6 Aluminum | 1G |
Applicants must have successfully completed an approved welding training course or have 2-3 years relevant work experience. Interested students must fill out this interest form to verify their experience before registering for individual certifications.
This course will consist of three guided practice sessions. Students will receive instruction on best practices for earning their certification, followed by a final testing day where students will complete the required welding test coupon under the supervision of our Certified Welding Inspector. Test coupons are then sent out for 3rd party inspection and testing by AWS-certified professionals. Upon successfully passing the exam, students receive a certificate and become an AWS Certified Welder in the welding process of choice.
Mon, Wed, Fri – 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Sat, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
4 sessions, 12 hours, AME 143
Cost: $1,500
Careers in the Field
Certified Welders are in demand in many industries, including:
- Manufacturing
- Aerospace engineering
- Automobile industry
- HVAC/Plumbing
- Much more
“The welding program at CCM makes me feel like I get one-on-one instruction in a sea of 14 students per class. You weld every class; either practicing or completing a project. As a novice welder, I have gained so much from this course.” – Rebecca D.
Why study Welding at CCM?
The Center for Workforce Development at CCM offers a short-term certificate program in welding for students who wish to move quickly into the job market without enrolling in a degree program. Preparing for and passing the desired welding certification exam after these classes will help students stand out as a premier candidate for a quality welding role.
About the Instructor
Joseph Eannetta, a subject-matter expert, holds multiple certifications including TIG, MIG, Stick, FCAW; D1.1 structural steel certification in SMAW and FCAW-G; ASTM A672/A672M-19 pipe welding certification in SMAW / FCAW-G; OSHA 10,OSHA 30 and OSHA Hazwoper.
Paying for Your Welding Education
If you are a veteran, or a family member of a veteran, you may qualify for funding to help pay for this program. If this applies to you, click here to fill out the interest form.
If you are un/underemployed, click here for information on how to qualify for funding for this program.
Contact Us
Center for Workforce Development, County College of Morris
Student Community Center, Room 125
214 Center Grove Road, Randolph NJ 07869
E: wfd@ccm.edu
P: 973-328-5187
