Welding - Certificate of Completion
NMSU Alamogordo 2025-2026 Catalog
The Welding certificate prepares students for a career as a welder in the areas of maintenance, construction, manufacturing, or to further their education toward a four-year degree program.
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
Total Credits Required for Certificate: 21
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WELD 1130 | SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) I | 6 |
| WELD 1110 | Introduction to Welding Fundamentals | 3 |
| WELD 1120 | Print Reading for Welders | 3 |
| WELD 1140 | GMAW-Gas Metal Arc Welding I | 3 |
| WELD 1155 | GTAW-Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I | 3 |
| WELD 1210 | Flux Cored Arc Welding | 3 |
| Total Credits | 21 | |
NMSU Alamogordo 2025-2026 Catalog
A Suggested Plan of Study - Welding Certificate
Additional classes may be needed based on placement test results and course prerequisites. Visit with an advisor for help with creating a customized plan.
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| WELD 1130 | SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) I | 6 |
| WELD 1110 | Introduction to Welding Fundamentals | 3 |
| WELD 1140 | GMAW-Gas Metal Arc Welding I | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| WELD 1120 | Print Reading for Welders | 3 |
| WELD 1155 | GTAW-Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I | 3 |
| WELD 1210 | Flux Cored Arc Welding | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 21 | |