Welding (GMAW)
Learn basic safety concepts and practices, welding symbols and welding blueprints. You'll also be introduced to wire fed Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) of structural steel.
Paying for the Program
Tuition and Fees
Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance
There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.
Career Pathway Certificate
Enrollment Process
Register and pay tuition now for the next class offering or Apply for Tuition Assistance.
- For Tuition Assistance contact NICC Business and Community Solutions to complete the following:
- Tuition Assistance Program Application
- CASAS Assessment
- Interview with NICC staff
Program Information
| Course |
|---|
| OSHA 10 |
| Welding Blueprint Reading (WEL:110) |
| Basic Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (WEL:433) |
| Workforce Ready Soft Skills |
| Total Hours - 164 hours |
Additional Information
In partnership with Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and Opportunity Dubuque, the College will provide child care assistance at no cost to those who qualify while students are in class for this program. Also, full-time employed graduates from this program may qualify for additional child care support for up to 12 months at a licensed or registered child care provider. Child care services are available in the Dubuque and Peosta areas only.
Transfer Information
Graduates of this Career Pathway Certificate program may enter the workforce or transfer course credit into the Welding diploma program. For a listing of courses and how they transfer, visit the Credit for Prior Learning page and select "Credit for Northeast Iowa Community College Non-Credit Coursework" to see the "Non Credit to Credit Course Matrix."
Program Contacts
- Email: gereinm@nicc.edu
- Phone: 844.642.2338, ext. 2166
- Location: Peosta