Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

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Program Information

  • Location: Mequon Campus, Oak Creek Campus
  • Pathway: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation
  • Program Code: 05-442-1
  • Offering: In-Person
  • Degree Type: Badge
  • Start Dates: Based on individual program

About the Credential

Classes are held at the MATC Education Center at Walker’s Square, 816 West National Avenue, Milwaukee.

Earners of this badge will complete GMAW - short circuit, GMAW - spray, FCAW - G (.045 - .062 diameter wire), and metalcore in multiple positions. Students will have the opportunity to take a horizontal 2G on 3/8" GMAW -spray practice test, a 3G 1" FCAW practice test, a Metalcore 1G 1" practice test. These are tests that are utilized by employers in manufacturing and can help you to gain employment.


HOW TO earn a Credential

MATC’s digital badges are an easy way for earners to share their verifiable knowledge and skills both socially and professionally.  

All MATC’s digital badges are earned when the identified course(s) within the badge are all completed with a grade of C or better. This more immediate method of delivering credentials allows our students to showcase their hard-earned skills faster and stand out to employers sooner.

 

 

Earning Criteria

Course Course Name Credits
WELD-315 GMAW Practices 5-credit college-level course
WELD-352 GMAW Processes 1-credit college-level course
TOTAL CREDITS 6

Tuition for Individual MicroCredentials and Badges is paid for by the student. However, if you plan to further your education with a Technical Diploma or Associate Degree, financial aid and scholarships may be available. Please meet with your Pathway Advisor before registering for more information.


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Last updated: 07/16/2026