Welding

By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning outcomes.

1. Graduates of the WT Program will demonstrate entry level competencies as defined by the WT Program, WT Program Advisory Board and AWS.
2. The WT Program will retain qualified and committed faculty who are involved in ongoing educational/professional growth activities.
3. The WT Program will provide a student centered educational process.
4. The WT Program will build and maintain relationships within the community and business/industry community.
5. The WT Program will maintain adequate enrollment of students.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to take three national certification examinations:

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers certification examination;
• American Petroleum Institute certification examination; and
• American Welding Society’s Welding Code certification examination.

To see how this may transfer into other Anoka Technical College program or into another college, visit:

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and striving for excellence.

A career choice in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined; melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

Therefore, welding plays a key role in industry production lines, laboratories, research and development, national defense, sales and service, NASCAR and drag racing, custom motorcycle building, artwork, sculptures, pipelines, power plants, refineries, construction, maintenance, repair and much more.

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4055

Lisa Glendower
763-576-4086

Rich Godeen
763-576-4122

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and striving for excellence.

A career choice in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined; melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

Therefore, welding plays a key role in industry production lines, laboratories, research and development, national defense, sales and service, NASCAR and drag racing, custom motorcycle building, artwork, sculptures, pipelines, power plants, refineries, construction, maintenance, repair and much more.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4700

Rich Godeen
763-576-4700

Lisa Glendower
763-576-4086

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710

Some courses may require appropriate test score or completion of basic math, basic English and/or reading courses with a “C” or better.

By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning outcomes.

1. Students will weld to visual acceptance criteria per applicable American Welding Society standards in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
2. Students will prepare weld joints and perform welding operations using welding symbol information.
3. Students will follow established procedures and policies regarding personal protective gear, shop safety and welding equipment.
4. Students will visually examine all work for discontinuities and defects with the knowledge of industry specification.
5. Students will work in a team environment and accept constructive criticism.
6. Students will operate safely and proficiently using Oxy-fuel, Plasma and Carbon Air Arc equipment.
7. Students will demonstrate the ability to weld to entry level standard per American Welding Society on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum

All Anoka Technical College students seeking an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, diploma or certification must meet the Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher. Please contact your advisor for any further program graduation requirements.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to take the national certification examination:

• American Welding Society’s Welding Code certification examination.

To see how this may transfer into other Anoka Technical College program or into another college, please visit:

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and striving for excellence.

A career choice in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined; melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

Therefore, welding plays a key role in industry production lines, laboratories, research and development, national defense, sales and service, NASCAR and drag racing, custom motorcycle building, artwork, sculptures, pipelines, power plants, refineries, construction, maintenance, repair and much more.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4055

Rich Godeen
763-576-4022

Lisa Glendower
763-576-4086

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710

Program requirement:
Must complete the Welding Technology diploma or be in the Welding AAS.

Course prerequisites:
Completion of  WELD 1022, WELD 1024, WELD 1026, WELD 1028, WELD 1034, and WELD 1036.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to take three national certification examinations:

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers certification examination;
• American Petroleum Institute certification examination; and
• American Welding Society’s Welding Code certification examination.

To see how this may transfer into other Anoka Technical College program or into another college, please visit:

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and striving for excellence.

A career choice in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined; melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

Therefore, welding plays a key role in industry production lines, laboratories, research and development, national defense, sales and service, NASCAR and drag racing, custom motorcycle building, artwork, sculptures, pipelines, power plants, refineries, construction, maintenance, repair and much more.

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4055

Rich Godeen
763-576-4122

Lisa Glendower
763-576-4086

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710

Program requirement:
Must complete the Fabricator certificate or the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Welding degree. Please see advisor for more information.

Course prerequisites:
Completion of  WELD 1209, WELD 2000, WELD 2004, WELD 2006, and WELD 2008.

NOTE: Program plans are subject to change. Please contact your program advisor for the most current program information.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to take three national certification examinations:

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers certification examination;
• American Petroleum Institute certification examination; and
• American Welding Society’s Welding Code certification examination.

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

The diversification of the welding industry impacts virtually every industry around the globe. From the depth of the world’s oceans to the far-reaching corners of outer space, there is a welding position for every hardworking, ambitious, smart individual who is ready and willing to constantly improve and striving for excellence.

A career in welding offers a vast array of options for employment and continuing personal development. Welding is the most common way to permanently join metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces that are being joined; melting and fusing them together which forms a permanent bond.

Therefore, welding plays a key role in industry production lines, laboratories, research and development, national defense, sales and service, NASCAR and drag racing, custom motorcycle building, artwork, sculptures, pipelines, power plants, refineries, construction, maintenance, repair and much more.

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4055

Rich Godeen
763-576-4122

Lisa Glendower
763-576-4086

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710

Program requirement:
Must Successfully completed the Welding Technology diploma. Please see advisor for more information.

Course prerequisites:
Successfully completed WELD 1022, WELD 1024, WELD 1026, WELD 1028, WELD 1034, and WELD 1036.

1. Demonstrate ability to operate robots and lasers safely.
2. Program robotic arc welders.
3. Develop weld schedules and edit weld programs.
4. Program and cut parts using CNC laser cutting equipment.
5. Develop Laser welding and programs.
6. Document results of weld procedure and qualification tests.

NOTE: Program plans are subject to change. Please contact your program advisor for the most current program information.

The Welding program not only provides students with a thorough background in welding and related theory, but also prepares students with the knowledge and skills need to take a national certification examination.
•    American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Robotic Welding Certification (CRAW)

• Minnesota Transfer or
• Anoka Technical College transfer student  

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Jay Gerdin
763-576-4055

For service during summer hours contact Enrollment Services
763-576-7710