Online Welding Course

Welding Fundamentals Online Course

Welding Fundamentals Online Course is a self-paced, anywhere program built to take complete beginners from “never touched a welder” to confident, job-ready fundamentals through a mix of theory, quizzes, and hands-on practice. It delivers hand-on instructions covering safety, tools and equipment, metallurgy basics, core welding techniques, weld quality/inspection, and industry application—introducing Stick (SMAW), MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Oxy-Acetylene (OAW) along the way.

7 Section Course

Earn the skills you need through a rigorous variety of plumbing concepts

Beginner Level

No preliminary skills required

Self- Paced Schedule

Learn on your own schedule. Complete the course on your terms.

Certificate Course

By completing this course, you will receive a certification of completion.

Course Overview

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand and Apply Welding Safety Principles
  • Explain the Function and Operation of Welding Equipment
  • Identify and Use Proper Tools and Materials
  • Prepare Metals and Joints for Welding
  • Strike and Maintain a Welding Arc
  • Perform Basic Welds in Multiple Processes
  • Understand Heat Behavior and Control Techniques
  • Inspect and Evaluate Weld Quality
  • Demonstrate Knowledge of Welding Theory and Terminology
  • Prepare for Welding Certifications or Advanced Training

Course Details

Key Takeaways
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Knowledge Based Questions
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In-Depth Welding Lessons
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Welding Fundamentals course self-paced?

Yes. The program is built to be completed on your time so you can learn at your own pace from anywhere. There is both hands-on and theoretical knowledge. The theoretical knowledge can be learned anywhere, while the hands-on requires a set up.

Theoretical Instruction (Lessons): ~15 – 20 Hours
Hands-on Practice (Application): ~20 – 25 Hours
Total Course Length: ~35 – 45 Hours

Please note: The Welding Fundamentals Online Course may be faster or slower depending on the individual taking the course.

 

Our Welding Fundamentals Online Course provides a strong foundation in welding theory and technique, which does include a certificate of completion. It also aim to prepares students for AWS (American Welding Society) certification tests and provides the skills needed to pursue additional qualifications.

No prior welding experience is required. This course is designed for complete beginners and starts with foundational safety, theory, and hands-on instruction. You’ll learn step-by-step how to safely operate welding machines and complete basic welds across multiple processes including SMAW, MIG, TIG, and Oxy-Acetylene.

You will be introduced to the four core welding processes:

  • SMAW (Stick Welding)
  • GMAW (MIG Welding)
  • GTAW (TIG Welding)
  • OAW (Oxy-Acetylene Welding & Cutting)

 

Each section includes both classroom theory and hands-on training to build practical skills in a safe, progressive format.

Yes! In fact, we encourage you to complete the course with others. Keep in mind that both you and your friend will need to register separately. Each of you should complete all sections and quizzes within the course in order to get your own certificate of completion.

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