Steady Hands. Sharp Career.
Forge your future, one weld at a time.
Turn your steady hands and sharp focus into a career with impact by specializing in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Owens’ GTAW Welding Certificate is your path to creating clean, precise welds that set you apart.
Shine on the shop floor with these traits:
- Accuracy and attention to detail: GTAW welding requires exact control of the torch, filler rod and heat. Small mistakes can affect weld strength and appearance, so precision is essential
- Safety and compliance mindset: Welding involves high heat, UV light and hazardous materials. Top professionals consistently follow safety protocols to protect themselves and others
- Patience: GTAW welding can be slow and requires a steady hand. Professionals who stay calm and deliberate produce higher-quality results
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Certificate
Department
Department of Skilled Trades
Required Credit Hours
4
An Inside Glimpse
4
Credits—stackable into AAS program
14:1
Student-instructor ratio for personalized mentorship and support
86%
Owens’ technical programs commonly show 86% job placement within 2 years
Hone Precision Welding
This focused four-credit certificate program begins with the fundamentals of modern welding processes before advancing to hands-on training in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). You’ll master GTAW welding machine setup, theory and procedures while practicing with various base metal thicknesses on aluminum, stainless steel and carbon steel.
Through lab-intensive experience and expert instruction, you’ll develop the precision, safety skills and technical expertise needed to excel in the welding industry.
Start your welding career with a marketable certificate, or advance to Owens’ Welding Major, AAS—your credits transfer seamlessly.
Career Outcomes
Upon graduation, you’ll be ready for high-demand precision welding roles across industries that prioritize skill, quality and perfection. You’ll be prepared for roles in manufacturing, custom metal fabrication or aerospace—shaping everything from machinery and vehicles to pipelines and aircraft. Additional opportunities exist in shipbuilding, architectural metalwork and research facilities.
Wherever top-tier welding craftsmanship is needed, GTAW welders stand out.
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In Their Words
“Owens is a great place to gain a lot of knowledge and experience for a lifetime.”
Austen Nissen, STEM grad, ’22
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). For more information concerning accreditation standards, contact the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), 310 W. Lake St., Suite 111, Elmhurst, IL 60126 phone: (630) 433-4514 web: atmae.org.