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Welding Technology Course

Program Description

Welding Technology is a comprehensive course that develops hands-on skills in the three most common welding processes. In addition to extensive hands-on welding experience, students will learn shop safety, proper use of industry tools, required math and perform basic fabrication techniques. All students will have the opportunity to earn credentials through the American Welding Society (AWS), that demonstrate proficiency in various welding topics including safety, print reading, Oxy-Fuel and Plasma cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding and gas tungsten arc welding. OSHA 10-hour training and certification are inclusive of this program.

Focus Areas

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick)
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG) / Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW/MIG)
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG)

Potential Career Opportunities

  • Construction site welder
  • Repair technician
  • Skilled welder / Fabricators for manufacturing and construction companies

Program Format

In-person

Educational Level Prerequisites

High School diploma

Expected Outcomes

Non-credit