From basic torch-cutting to more advanced arc and TIG welding techniques, the Welding Program offers a variety of courses designed to help you start or continue a career in welding. Closely adhering to the quality standards set by the National Center for Construction Education Research, the ACC Welding Program teaches students the safe and effective use of tools as well as the skills needed to obtain employment.

Welding courses combine classroom studies with extensive hands-on training in the welding lab at the ACC Main Campus in Alvin. Each student is furnished with a workstation and materials to maximize learning and small classes with a maximum students to instructor ratio of 16:1 also ensure the best possible learning environment for welding students.

Historically, the demand for skilled welders has always been high and all indications show that career opportunities are steadily increasing. In the past, Alvin Community College welding graduates have found jobs in a number of industries including petrochemical refineries, construction companies, fabrication shops and ship yards. The shortage of skilled welders has created a demand so great that entry-level positions now command excellent salaries and benefits.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have Social Security number
• Must be in good physical health
• Must meet with program coordinator before registering in advanced courses

Welding Job Training Certificates

NCCER Welding 160-Hour Program 

This program follows the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) and prepares you for the NCCER Level 1 credential.  The program consists of two courses:  NCCER Core (CEOSHT 1015) and NCCER Welding Level 1 (CEWLDG 1007).  Upon successfully passing the NCCER Level 1 test, you can opt to take the NCCER Level II classes to further upgrade your skills.  The programs total tuition and fees for students living in ACC's district is $2,100.00.  For students living outside of ACC's district the total tuition and fees is $2,140.00.  Click here for more information about grant funding for this program.  


NCCER Core 

The National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Core curriculum explains the importance of safety in the construction and industrial crafts.  Trainees will learn how to identify and follow safe work practices and procedures and how to properly inspect and use safety equipment.  Trainees will be able to describe the safety practices associated with elevate work; energy release; and various hazards encountered on job sites.  Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be award a Construction Site Safety Orientation credential.  

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Course No.	Date	Time	Day	Room	Instructor	Notes
CEOSHT 1015 ACW18	01/23/2019 - 04/03/2019	06:00PM to 10:00PM	W	D117	N Pander	Students who enroll in this course must also enroll in CEWLDG 1007 ACW18
Tuition & Fees	In-District $440.00	Out-of-District $460.00	Fees $35.60

NCCER Welding Level 1- "Industry Specific"  

This welding certification course provides training in welding tool use and safety blueprint interpretation, welding theory and terminology, hands-on cutting torch applications, SMAW electrode classification, hands-on oxygen arc welding applications, and pipe/plate welding.  This course follows the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) guidelines to welding procedures and covers the four modules in the NCCER Level 1 curriculum that our industry partner, the Construction and Maintenance Education Foundation (CMEF) selected as vital.  CMEF an educational affiliate of ABC Greater Houston.

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Course No.	Date	Time	Day	Room	Instructor	Notes
CEWLDG 1007 AC18	01/22/2019 - 05/14/2019	06:00PM - 10:00PM	MT	D120	Faculty	Students enrolled in this class must enroll in CEOSHT 1015 ACW16
Tuition & Fees	In-District $1,511.60	Out-of- District $1,531.60	Fees $112.80

Welding 320 -Hour Program 

This 320-hour certificate is more encompassing will cover four courses:  NCCER Core, Torch Cutting Procedures, Basic S.M.A.W., and Intermediate S.M.A.W.  The total tuition and fees for in-district students is $4,350.40 for this program.  For students living out-of-district, the total tuition and fees is $4,430.40.

Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.  Request more information at welding@alvincollege.edu or call 281.756.3672.

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Course No.	Course Title	Date	Time	Day	Room	Instructor
CEOSHT 1015 AC03	Safety/Accident Prevention (NCCER Core)	06/17/2019 - 06/24/2019	08:00AM to 04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
CEWLDG 1015 AC03	Maintenance Welding (Torch Cutting)	06/25/2019 - 07/02/2019	08:00AM to 04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
CEWLDG  1028 AC03	Intro to S.M.A.W. (NCCER Level 1)	07/03/2019 - 07/30/2019	08:00AM to  04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
CEWLDG 1043 AC03	Intermediate ARC Welding (NCCER Level 1)	07/31/2019 - 08/26/2019	08:00AM to  04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
Total Tuition & Fees	In-District $4,050.00	Out-of-District $4,130.00	Fees $395.00

NCCER MIG, TIG and FLUX Core Welding 

This 224-hour certificate will cover three courses:  NCCER Level 2 MIG Welding GMAW, NCCER Level 2 TIG Welding GTAW, and NCCER Level 2 FLUX Core Welding FCAW.  The total tuition and fees for in-district students is $3,259.96 for this program.  For students living out-of-district, the total tuition and fees is $3,319.96.

ALVIN CAMPUS

Course No.	Course Title	Date	Time	Day	Room	Instructor
CEWLDG 1030 ACW03	NCCER Level 2 MIG Welding GMAW	04/23/2019 - 05/08/2019	08:00AM -  04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
CEWLDG 1034 ACW03	NCCER Level 2 TIG Welding GTAW	05/09/2019 - 05/28/2019	08:00AM -  04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
CEWLDG 1012 ACW03	NCCER Level 2 FLUX Core Welding FCAW	05/29/2019 - 06/11/2019	08:00AM -  04:30PM	MTWTH	D124	K Brigman
Tuition & Fees	In-District $3,016.00	Out-of-District $3,076.00	Fees $243.96

Request more information at: 281-756-3672 or welding@AlvinCollege.edu

For REGISTRATION visit Building H, Room 103, ACC Main Campus.


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