Robotic welding is no longer the future—it’s the standard in modern manufacturing. This live, instructor-led webinar introduces the fundamentals of welding automation and industrial robotics, giving you the knowledge to understand how welding robots work and where they deliver the most value. Designed for beginners, this course provides a clear, practical introduction to robotic welding systems without requiring prior robotics experience.
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00–8:00 PM ET
This course explores how robotic welding and automation are reshaping fabrication and manufacturing operations. Participants gain practical insight into automated welding systems, robotics integration, and how automation improves efficiency, consistency, and safety. By the end of the training, attendees will have the foundational knowledge needed to confidently discuss robotic welding, evaluate automation opportunities, and understand where welding robots fit within their operations.
Attending this training will help participants understand how welding robots can enhance productivity, quality, and workplace safety. It's a valuable opportunity to gain practical insight into automation technologies that are increasingly shaping modern manufacturing. Whether you're new to robotics or looking to expand your technical skills, this course will give you a solid foundation to stay competitive in the industry.
Earn CEUs/PDHs: Earn 8 PDHs/ 0.8 CEUs Continuing Education Units (CEUs)/Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for your professional growth.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Basic understanding of welding processes is helpful. Familiarity with industrial automation is beneficial but not required. All essential robotic welding concepts are introduced in an accessible, beginner-focused format.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
This training is ideal for professionals in:
No prior robotics experience required.
The webinar will include four sessions focused on Welding Robots. The April session, scheduled from April 21–30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, will take place on Tuesday the 21st, Thursday the 23rd, Tuesday the 28th, and Thursday the 30th.
The same day structure will apply for the other sessions as well.
Marvin Herrera brings more than a decade of hands-on experience across welding, manufacturing engineering, automation, and education.
He began his career as a welder after completing community college training and spent five years on the shop floor before advancing into supervision and manufacturing engineering. He later earned his Certified Welding Inspector and Certified Welding Educator credentials from the American Welding Society.
Marvin has completed formal robotic programming training at Yaskawa Motoman, holds certification through Lincoln Electric’s LEEPS/NC3 program, and has taught welding and automation as both an adjunct and full-time instructor at Richard J. Daley College and Triton College.
He has also been invited to present on welding automation at major industry events, including the AWS Welding Automation Expo & Conference and FABTECH Orlando, sharing practical insights from real-world automation applications.
AWS is a leader in welding education, offering CEU-certified training and professional development opportunities. With expert-led instruction and industry-recognized certifications, AWS helps professionals gain the skills they need to succeed and advance in their careers.
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