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AWS Welding Curriculum
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF WELDERS WITH AWS’S PROVEN CURRICULUM
At AWS, we believe a strong foundation in welding education leads to greater success for both students and instructors.
The Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum (FOWC) is designed to meet the evolving needs of high schools, technical colleges, and vocational programs aiming to enhance their welding education.
With over 100 guided activities, 80 e-learning modules, and 18 instructional videos, AWS FOWC is your one-stop resource for high-quality, affordable welding education that aligns with industry standards.
Comprehensive Support for Instructors
The Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum (FOWC) equips educators with the tools they need to deliver high-quality instruction with ease.
The curriculum includes over 100 structured lesson plans, each mapping package components into clear, easy-to-follow lessons with defined objectives and student learning outcomes to support curriculum documentation.
PowerPoint presentations provide ready-to-use classroom support, all aligned with AWS SENSE Level I key indicators for seamless integration.
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Structured Lesson Plans
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E-learning Welding Modules
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Instructional videos
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Classroom Power Point Presentation
1 Textbook and Lab Manual
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KEY BENEFITS OF FOWC
High-Value Welding Training
Just $150 per student, plus shipping costs, with a minimum of 10 students—making quality training accessible to institutions of all sizes.
Career-Ready Skills
A complete spectrum of welding techniques applicable in academic and professional settings.
Trusted Content
FOWC and all AWS training programs are developed within the U.S. for the rigors and standards of the U.S. marketplace.
Pathway to Certification
Prepares students to earn welding credentials that open doors to job opportunities.
Industry-Aligned
Meets AWS SENSE standards for foundational welding skills and prepares learners for AWS welding certification.
Flexible
Adaptable to in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning environments.
Comprehensive
Covers core welding skills from theory to hands-on practice.
Multimedia-Enhanced
Includes textbooks, e-learning modules, instructional videos, and more to support diverse learning styles.
WHAT SETS AWS APART IN WELDING EDUCATION
| Interactive Learning | AWS’s e-learning curriculum delivers a user-friendly, engaging environment that stimulates learning through dynamic quizzes and interactive elements, setting it apart from passive-learning instructional tools. |
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| Robust e-Learning Curriculum | AWS offers an extensive online curriculum with 80 e-learning modules and 18 instructional videos, distinguishing us from competitors with less comprehensive e-learning solutions. |
| Learning Environment Flexibility | AWS offers LTI integration so that institutions can opt to utilize their own learning systems, offering a seamless experience for instructors and students alike. |
| Comprehensive Support for Instructors | AWS provides a wealth of instructional materials, including PowerPoint presentations that facilitate student learning and over 100 detailed lesson plans that deliver clear, structured guidance. |
| Informative Poster Designs | AWS offers a variety of posters featuring both technical and motivational content with easy-to-read designs to serve as supplemental learning content in your lab and classroom. |
| Career Readiness | AWS welding education prepares students for on-the-job qualification testing and increases readiness for the AWS Certified Welder program. |
| Adaptable to Multiple Audiences | A flexible, multimedia-rich, and customizable𠊌urriculum for secondary and post-secondary institutions. |
| Industry Authority & Alignment |
AWS sets the standards for welding education through its SENSE program, while all major competitors strive to align with AWS. No other provider has been fully vetted for AWS SENSE alignment. The Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum is fully aligned with the governing standards of the AWS SENSE Level I Program.
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| Better Support for Educators and Students | AWS provides ready-to-use teaching materials that simplify instructor workload and allow for smoother integration into welding programs. |
What Our Partners Are Saying
Dustin Shively, Director of Training, Ozark Welding Institute:
“AWS Fundamentals of Welding allows us to maintain open enrollment and self-paced training while providing students with a solid foundation they can access anytime.
The program’s affordability makes it a valuable addition to our welding curriculum, and we plan to continue using it through 2025 and beyond.”
The program’s affordability makes it a valuable addition to our welding curriculum, and we plan to continue using it through 2025 and beyond.”
Curt Claycomb, Industrial Welding Instructor, Northland Career Center:
“AWS Fundamentals of Welding provides up-to-date, relevant content that aligns with the SENSE program, making accreditation easier.
The Learning Management System is user- friendly, and unlike other programs, it focuses solely on welding education without promoting specific products.”
The Learning Management System is user- friendly, and unlike other programs, it focuses solely on welding education without promoting specific products.”
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Start improving your welding program today. Whether you're enhancing an existing course or building from the ground up, AWS’s Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum provides the tools, structure, and support you need to elevate your students’ skills and prepare them for career success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s included in the Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum?
The curriculum includes the Fundamentals of Welding textbook, a welding lab exercise manual, 12 educational posters, 80 e-learning welding modules, 18 instructional videos, 100+ lesson plans, 12 classroom PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and checklists.
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How much does the curriculum cost?
Covering a minimum of 10 students, the base price is $150 per student, plus shipping costs. This includes textbooks, lab manuals, and online access, making quality training accessible to institutions of all sizes.
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Is a grade book offered to keep track of student grades?
Yes. The AWS Learning platform has built-in grade books that track grades and attempt details like time of access, duration, and answer choices.
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Can I integrate AWS Learning Management System with another LMS?
Not at the moment. Currently, the AWS Learning platform is the only supported host for the curriculum — though the LMS can export data and reports for later uploading onto other LMS or grade book apps.
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Can the curriculum be previewed before buying it?
Definitely. We offer demo access to the AWS Learning platform and limited/partial access to curriculum materials. To request demo access, or get more specifics about previews, reach out to our sales department at sales@aws.org.
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Given that the welding curriculum follows SENSE guidelines, is there some sort of associated accreditation program for participating schools?
AWS is currently working to roll out its SENSE Advanced Education & Training Program (AETP), an accreditation process that will provide schools with the gold standard in full-spectrum welder training. Put together by industry experts and running on a five-year cycle of reaccreditation, it will have the curriculum, procedures, knowledge, and equipment to deliver top-tier welder education, skills training, and performance qualification.
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If the institution where I'm learning already uses SENSE, is the $25 per-student fee still applicable?
Yes, the SENSE student fee is $25 per student per level for new SENSE student registrations.
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Can I integrate this with another LMS?
Yes, FOWC can be placed directly into the client's LMS, ensuring seamless integration and ease of use for a streamlined learning experience.
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Why choose AWS’s Fundamentals of Welding Curriculum?
- Industry-Aligned: Meets AWS SENSE standards for foundational welding skills and AWS welding certification.
- Flexible: Adaptable to in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning environments.
- Comprehensive: Covers core welding skills from theory to hands-on practice.
- Affordable: Just $3,750 for up to 25 students, ensuring high-value, cost-effective training.
- Multimedia-Enhanced: Includes textbooks, e-learning modules, instructional videos, and more to support diverse learning styles.
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What makes AWS’s curriculum stand out from others?
AWS’s curriculum offers interactive, engaging e-learning modules with 74 e-learning modules and 18 instructional videos, setting it apart from passive-learning tools. Additionally, it includes over 100 detailed lesson plans, instructional PowerPoints, and informative posters that enhance the teaching experience. The curriculum is fully aligned with AWS SENSE standards, preparing students for career readiness and AWS Certified Welder testing.
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How does the AWS curriculum help instructors?
AWS provides comprehensive support for instructors, including PowerPoint presentations, structured lesson plans, and a variety of ready-to-use teaching materials, simplifying the instructor's workload and allowing for smoother integration into welding programs.
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Is the curriculum suitable for multiple learning environments?
Yes, the AWS curriculum is flexible and can be adapted to in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, ensuring broad accessibility for diverse educational settings.
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Does AWS offer career readiness support?
Yes, the curriculum helps students develop welding techniques applicable to both academic and professional settings, preparing them for AWS Certified Welder qualification testing and enhancing their career readiness.