Module 1: Introduction to Welding Careers

What welders actually do.
Reality check.
Pay+ Career Growth
Tools + Equipment
How to Succeed

What welders actually do.
Reality check.
Pay+ Career Growth
Tools + Equipment
How to Succeed
Module 2: Safety and Setup

PPE
Shop Safety Basics
Machine Shop Fundamentals
Material Prep
Reading basic welding symbols

PPE
Shop Safety Basics
Machine Shop Fundamentals
Material Prep
Reading basic welding symbols
Module 3: Welding Fundamentals

What makes a good weld
Heat control and travel speed
Angles (work angle + travel angle)
Bead types (stringer + weave)
Penetration and fusion explained simply

What makes a good weld
Heat control and travel speed
Angles (work angle + travel angle)
Bead types (stringer + weave)
Penetration and fusion explained simply
Module 4: MIG Welding (GMAW)

Understand MIG Machine setup
Run you first weld bead
Weld In flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
Identify and fix common mistakes

Understand MIG Machine setup
Run you first weld bead
Weld In flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
Identify and fix common mistakes
Module 5: Stick Welding (SMAW)

Understand SMAW equipment and electrodes
Strike and maintain a stable arc
Run consistent beads
Perform basic fillet welds
Control slag and cleanup
complete multi-pass welds

Understand SMAW equipment and electrodes
Strike and maintain a stable arc
Run consistent beads
Perform basic fillet welds
Control slag and cleanup
complete multi-pass welds
Module 6: TIG Welding (GTAW) Basics

TIG torch setup
Common TIG proccess
autogenous welding
TIG uses.

TIG torch setup
Common TIG proccess
autogenous welding
TIG uses.
Module 7: Groove Welding

What is groove welding?
Types of Groove welding
Positions and symbols
Root - Cap do’s and dont’s

What is groove welding?
Types of Groove welding
Positions and symbols
Root - Cap do’s and dont’s
Module 8: Weld Quality and Inspection

Understand what inspectors look for
Identify common weld defects
Perform basic visual inspection
Learn how to fix bad welds

Understand what inspectors look for
Identify common weld defects
Perform basic visual inspection
Learn how to fix bad welds
Module 9: Introduction to Rigging

Understand basic rigging safety
Understand basic rigging procedures
Insight to valuable certifications to aqquire

Understand basic rigging safety
Understand basic rigging procedures
Insight to valuable certifications to aqquire
Module 10: Passing a Weld test

Understand common entry-level weld tests
Know what employers expect
Follow a proven test strategy
Manage time efficiently
Prepare mentally and technically

Understand common entry-level weld tests
Know what employers expect
Follow a proven test strategy
Manage time efficiently
Prepare mentally and technically
Module 11: Getting Hired

Know where to find welding jobs
Build a simple, effective resume
Understand what employers want
Handle interviews with confidence
Be fully prepared for a weld test

Know where to find welding jobs
Build a simple, effective resume
Understand what employers want
Handle interviews with confidence
Be fully prepared for a weld test
Module 12: Final Project and Next Steps

Select a process
Set up your practice test
Certifications to pursue

Select a process
Set up your practice test
Certifications to pursue

Retake this course?

Retaking this course from the beginning will reset all of your tracked progress.

Coach John

Hi, I am coach John!

I have been welding for over 7 years in multiple states, doing varying processes. I am the welding program instructor at federaltrades.com. My goal is to help produce hard working skilled welders, who need a cheaper/more affordable option compared to typical trade school. I personally believe this program has the knowledge and tool available to self learn welding! My favorite thing about welding is the fact that anyone who knows how to, can be their own boss! Best places to contact me is through the federaltrades.com discord, or Instagram.

Lets get to work!

Questions? Sorted.

This program is designed to take 10-15 hours. Digest the information, it is very useful.
No. This program is specifically designed for new aspiring welders .
A laptop, reliable Wi-Fi, and the will to win. A welding machine and scrap metal are not mandatory. This program is meant to be asynchronous, and totally online.
No. As of right now.