This online course is available at any time. Students may complete the course at their own pace and advance to the next level of learning.

This competency-based course is designed to provide students with knowledge of the basic manufacturing processes, properties of metals, and safe operating skills needed to demonstrate use of equipment in oxyfuel, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). The students will use virtual reality to perform oxyfuel cuts, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). The students will perform welds using SMAW and GMAW to current industry standards. Welding symbols will be used to interpret detailed drawings used for fabrication. Upon completion of this course, the students will be equipped with work-related knowledge and the skills necessary for careers in welding, a digital badge in welding, and will be better prepared for the Welding Certification Exam.

Onfire Learning online self-paced student-led courses for students with ADHD, giftedness, anxiety, dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and autism offer tailored accommodations:

    •    ADHD: Flexible schedules, chunked content, interactive activities, frequent breaks, and visual schedules.

    •    Gifted: Advanced curriculum, independent projects, enrichment programs, and differentiated instruction.

    •    Anxiety: Stress reduction techniques, supportive communication, flexible deadlines, and a calm learning environment.

    •    Dyslexia: Text-to-speech tools, dyslexia-friendly fonts, visual aids, and extended time.

    •    Auditory Processing: Captioned videos, transcripts, visual instructions, and quiet spaces.

    •    Autism: Structured learning, social skills training, sensory-friendly materials, visual supports, and personalized feedback.

General accommodations include individualized education plans, accessible technology, parental involvement, and trained educators, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning experience.