Program

Welding CC Processes

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This is a Certificate of Achievement (COA) that includes skill training in the SMAW and GTAW welding processes and welding symbols and print reading. Courses in the welding CC processes certificate of achievement program guide the student through a series of process skills using various current welding processes. The types of welding process training include SMAW (arc), GTAW (TIG), and OXY-FUEL and PLASMA cutting. Materials welded include mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Courses offered prepare the student for entry level and advanced level employment, job enhancement, and may also transfer to the welding technologies certificate, associate degree in occupational/technical studies, or a bachelor’s degree program. Courses offered can also provide the skill set necessary to successfully complete welder certification testing required by many welding companies.

Quick Facts

Type

Sub-Associate Certificate or Credential Program

Length

2 semesters or less if full-time

Format

In-person

Location

Texas Charter Township

Next Start Date

05/11/2026

Next deadline

05/01/2026

Am I Eligible For This Program

Recruitment Area

How Much Will I Earn Or Spend

Program Financial Information

Tuition and Fees (Without Financial Aid)

Tuition is $124 per contact hour plus a $163 student fee per semester. For an updated cost of tuition and fees, please view here: https://www.kvcc.edu/tuition/

Cost of Books and Supplies (Without Financial Aid)

Cost of books and supplies can be looked-up here: https://bookstore.kvcc.edu/home

Qualification for Financial Aid

Application

Financial Aid

Promise Eligible

Paid Program?

Program Free?

No

Where Is This Program Located

Address

6767 West O Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Location Information

Location Type

Main Provider Address

Neighborhood

Texas Charter Township

What Other Resources Does This Program Offer

None

What Could This Training Lead To?

Credentials

Community College Certificate of Achievement
Welding CC Processes Certificate of Achievement

Job Titles

Welder

When And How Can I Start?

Application Instructions

Complete an online KVCC application. Be sure to identify your program of interest or select undecided if you are unsure at this time. You will receive an acceptance letter within one week. You can look through the New Student Enrollment Checklist for more details about enrollment at KVCC.

Admissions

Rolling Admissions? No

Contact

Mark Dunneback
Dean of Instruction - Business & Technical Career
mdunneback@kvcc.edu