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22 courses with the subject WELD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

WELD 0000Any course from the WELD department

Choose any course from the WELD department.

Subject: WELD
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1555Welding Tech Safety and Problem Solving2

This course covers personal protection equipment (PPE), workplace safety, confined spaces, hot work permits, safety data sheets (SDS) and hazards that pertain to welding. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1650Print Read And Weld Symbols3

This course covers weld print reading used in industry including, but not limited to: AWS welding symbols, sketching, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, view representation, orthographic projection, measurement, structural steel materials, weld joint configuration and detailing, basic layout, and pipe system design. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1700General Welding4

This course provides training for students in the basic skills needed to use welding as a tool. Students in the programs of diesel, machine tool, construction, electrical, agriculture, and members of the community who wish to develop welding skills should enroll in this class. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1715Thermal Cutting and Oxyfuel Welding2

This course introduces students to different types of thermal cutting and oxyfuel welding and brazing processes currently used in the welding industry. Course training utilizes the American Welding Society (AWS) standards of acceptance. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1755Shielded Metal Arc Welding6

This course covers equipment and setup, electrodes, and electrode selection used in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Course training utilizes the American Welding Society (AWS) standards of acceptability to develop the manual skills necessary to produce good quality single and multiple pass welds in all positions using filler metals such as low hydrogen, non-low hydrogen, and iron powder electrodes commonly used in industry.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in WELD 1715 Thermal Cutting and Oxyfuel Welding and WELD 1555 Welding Tech Safety and Problem Solving Minimum Credits: 6 Grading: Letter

WELD 1760Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding5

This course covers equipment and setup, electrodes and electrode selection in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Course training utilizes the American Welding Society (AWS) standards of acceptability to develop the manual skills necessary to produce good quality single and multiple pass welds in all positions using larger diameter electrodes of the low hydrogen, non-low hydrogen filler metals commonly used in industry to the structural steel welding code. Joints welded simulate butt-beam to beam, beam to column splicing, heavy plate and heavy equipment welding. Students study the skills covered in the AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code with low hydrogen electrodes, unlimited plate thickness, with or without backing in all positions.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding or instructor consent Minimum Credits: 5 Grading: Letter

WELD 1772Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)3

This course covers equipment, set up, electrode selection, and gas selection used in flux cored arc welding (FCAW) process. Course training utilizes the American Welding Society (AWS) standards of acceptability to develop the manual skills necessary to produce good quality single and multiple pass welds in all positions using flux cored electrode wires with and without shielding gases on medium to heavy plate.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding, or instructor consent Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter

WELD 1773Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)5

This course covers equipment, setup, electrode selection, gas selection and welding techniques used in the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) processes for short arc, pulse and pulse spray using .035 and .045 wire. Course training utilizes the American Welding Society (AWS) standards of acceptability to develop the manual skills necessary to produce quality single and multiple pass welds in all positions on thin, medium plate.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in WELD 1555 Welding Tech Safety and Problem Solving or instructor consent Minimum Credits: 5 Grading: Letter

WELD 1780Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)4

This course covers the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process. Theory, fundamentals, equipment, and safety information as well as hands on practice with ferrous and non-ferrous metals are provided to develop knowledge and skill.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: Successful completion of WELD 1700 General Welding, WELD 1555 Welding Tech Safety and Problem Solving, or instructor consent Minimum Credits: 4 Grading: Letter

WELD 1860Welding Fabrication3

This course covers design and fabrication of welding projects. A working print, estimation of cost and time, and a list of materials are required. Visual and non-destructive testing methods are used to evaluate for correct and sound welds.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: Weld 1650 Print Read And Weld Symbols OR Weld 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding OR Weld 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding OR Weld 1780 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter

WELD 1920Basic Pipe Welding4

This course is devoted to welding of light and heavy walled pipe in all positions using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) as well as techniques used for fit-up and layout, utilizing procedures approved by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Section IX and the American Petroleum Institute (API) 1104 and the American Welding Society (AWS).

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding or instructor consent Minimum Credits: 4 Grading: Letter

WELD 1951Explorations:1

This course allows students to learn about a welding-related topic. Course content will vary according to the specific subject. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 1970Welding Internship1

This course is designed to provide practical work experience for students seeking careers in the welding field. Students work as paid or non-paid employees in a local or surrounding area business or other institution with supervision by a representative of those concerned.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding, WELD 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding and WELD 1555 Welding Safety Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits: 4 Grading: Letter

WELD 1980Welding Co-op1

This course is designed to give students an opportunity to participate in a work experience related to welding and is an introduction to the work-related experience. It combines related, supervised objectives and qualified employment as arranged by the supervising instructor. The related objectives portion of this course emphasizes those concepts, skills, and attitudes needed by the individual to handle the duties and responsibilities at the training station and to prepare for advancement toward the student’s welding objective.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding, WELD 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding and WELD 1555 Welding Safety Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits: 4 Grading: Letter

WELD 2540Pipe Layout and Fabrication5

This course is devoted to welding light and heavy walled pipe in all positions using Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding. Techniques used to fit-up and layout are also covered.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 5
Credits (max): 5
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1920 Basic Pipe Welding Minimum Credits: 5 Grading: Letter

WELD 2610Ornamental Iron Work3

This course focuses on welding skills needed to create and fabricate a variety of ornamental iron forms using, forge, anvil, hammers, bending and shaping equipment, oxyfuel welding and cutting, plasma cutting, shielded metal arc welding (stick), and gas metal arc welding (wire). Safe work practices are emphasized. Individuals are encouraged to work on skills needed to suit their individual creative ends. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 2620Creative Welding3

This course focuses on welding skills needed to create and fabricate a variety of art forms, using oxyfuel welding and cutting, plasma cutting, shielded metal arc welding (stick), and gas metal arc welding (wire). Safe work practices are emphasized. Individuals are encouraged to work on skills needed to suit their individual creative ends. For those students who already possess welding skills, the course provides support and advice to hone and channel their creative inclinations in the presence of a supportive group. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 2670Welding Inspection Technology3

This course is a survey of welding inspection and quality control standards and practices intended to broaden students’ understanding of welding in general and to specifically provide students with a fundamental understanding of the many aspects of welding inspection and quality control processes, techniques, standards, and applications, as well as welding inspector certification requirements.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1715 Thermal Cutting and Oxyfuel Welding OR WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding OR WELD 1772 Flux Cored Arc Welding OR WELD 1920 Basic Pipe Welding OR WELD 1780 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding OR consent of instructor. Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter

WELD 2680Welding Metallurgy2

WELD 2680 Welding Metallurgy helps students develop an understanding of basic metallurgical principles as they apply to welding. Minimum

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu

WELD 2760Manufacturing Welding3

This course provides students with training that is specific to local and surrounding area welding manufacturing careers. Students are trained to perform welds on products that are rotated, mounted in jigs to meet acceptable visual standards for production parts.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: Complete one of the following courses with a C or better: WELD 1650 Print Reading And Welding Symbols, WELD 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding, WELD 1755 Shielded Metal Arc Welding, or WELD 1780 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter

WELD 2780Automated Welding and Cutting Processes3

This course covers basic Fanuc 100iC or Panasonic programming, welding, Torchmate Computer Numeric Control (CNC) cutting system programming and operation on industry used equipment.

Subject: WELD
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog
Source: catalog.sheridan.edu
Prerequisite: WELD 1773 Gas Metal Arc Welding and WELD 1650 Print Reading And Welding Symbols Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter

Source: Northern Wyoming Community College District's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59