Program Description
Students who like to work with their hands and enjoy the challenge of working with metals should consider the Welding Technology program. The program is designed to accommodate both male and female students. This program provides training in all phases of welding, including gas welding, electric arc welding, and the more advanced techniques of MIG and TIG welding. Students will gain experience in identifying and joining a wide range of metals and will develop the special skills necessary for success in the trade. The Welding program prepares students for jobs in construction, manufacturing, and repair work. This program is recognized as an educational member of the American Welding Society. Student success in the Welding program is enhanced by good communication skills, basic math abilities, and a sound work ethic.
Length of Program
Automotive Technology is a 1 year, full-day program or a 2 year, half-day program for a total of 1050 hours.
Eligible Students
This program is open to secondary as well as post-secondary students.
College Credit
College credit is not currently available for this program.
Certifications
State Competency Test Certifications are available with this program.
Career Opportunities
The following career opportunities are possible after completing the program:
- Cutter
- Welding machine operator
- Welder-assembler
- Combination welder
- Welder helper
- Production line welder
- Welding machine tender
- Pipeline welder
- Construction welder
- Welding instructor
Helpful Attributes
The following skills are not necessary but would allow the student to progress more quickly to achieve success:
- Good manual dexterity
- Desire to learn
- Strong work ethic
Student Organizations
The students are encouraged to participate in the SkillsUSA-VICA organization which promotes leadership development and skill competition at the state and national levels.
Contact Information
For more information about the Welding
Technology program at the Fairview
campus, contact Mr.
Daniel Simmons at 580.227.3708.
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