Access At CVUHS

This technical hands-on course is designed for those with prior welding experience. Completion of the Introduction to Welding Through Fabrication course is preferred. The course will cover welding of carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum using SMAW (arc or stick welding), GMAW (MIG or wirefeed welding) and GTAW (TIG welding). Oxy-Fuel cutting and plasma cutting will also be available. The option to weld a small project of your own during the class. There will be a brief overview and refresher at the start of class. The focus of this course will be attaining proficiency in welding the three standard joints (butt, lap and T) using all three major processes. Out of position welding will be strongly encouraged. All equipment and consumable materials are included in the fee. Recommendations and Requirements: Students must always wear safety toe leather boots, cotton pants and long sleeved cotton shirts. Turtlenecks are recommended for shirt type. All apparel should not have any holes or frays. The shop has welding PPE to borrow, but it may not fit properly and is used a fair amount by all students. Students should consider purchasing their own PPE prior to class, such as safety glasses, ear plugs, and welders caps. Students can purchase welding PPE locally at either Haun Welding Supply or Airgas, which are both in Williston, VT. Mention you are a taking an Access class for 10% off! Minimum age requirement: 16+