Highschool diploma and the ability to pass ASME industry standard pipe certification.
This program expands individuals existing plate welding ability to gain technical knowledge and skills for joining and cutting metal pipes with Shielded Metal Arc Welding. Students will gain proficiency in 2G, 5G, 6G positions for pipe welding.Includes instruction in reading shop drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding processes and heat treating, safety, and applicable codes and standards.
Prior welding training on SMAW 3G 4G or completion of a Calumet Welding Center SMAW structural welding course.High school Diploma or equivalent, or enrollment in HSE diploma courses (basic math is a component of some course material.) Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to lift 20lbs and stand for 5-7 hours per day unassisted. Must be able to read, write and understand English. Must have manual dexterity (without cramping, pain or instability). Must have 20/20 vision or corrected vision that would not interfere with their ability to see while they are welding. Depth perception problems, color blindness and legal blindness would interfere with the ability to see the weld.
Start Dates are scheduled nearly every 6 weeks and are reserved on a first come first serve basis. Space is limited and dates book a few weeks in advance.