Program
Information Guide
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Our Welding program provides tremendous challenges in new welding developments like microprocessor-based technology and exotic metal types. Welding is the most common method for permanently bonding metal parts. Due to its strength, welding is used to construct and repair cars, appliances and many other products. In buildings, highways and bridges, welding is used to join beams and reinforcing rods. Program emphasis is on semi-automatic processes, SMAW, GTAW and structural and pipe welding.
Accreditation
| North Central Association |
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Estimated Time to Complete
| Pathway | Months |
| Metal Inert Gas Welder - Structural | 4 |
| Metal Inert Gas Welder - Pipe | 5 |
| Flux Core Arc Welder - Structural | 4 |
| Tungsten Arc Welder - Structural | 4.5 |
| Tungsten Arc Welder - Pipe | 5.5 |
| Arc Welder - Structural | 4.5 |
| Arc Welder - Pipe | 6.5 |
| Combination Welder | 15 |
Starting Salaries
$11.00 to $15.00 / hour
Employment Opportunities
| Welding Shops |
| Pressure Vessel Shops |
| Structural Fabrication Companies |
| Shipyards |
| Pipelines |
| Fabrication Shops |
| Trailer Manufacturers |
| Refineries - New Construction and Shut Downs |
| Power Plants - New Construction and Shut Downs |
Tuition Rates
No tuition for high school students.
Adult students pay standard rate of $800 per semester for full-time or $400 per semester for part-time.
Students must purchase welding hood, welding gloves, personal safety equipment, chipping hammer, wire brush, and hand tools.
Approximate cost $100.
The daytime program is eligible for Financial Aid.
Start Dates
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October 22, 2007
January 8, 2008
February 11, 2008
March 24, 2008
August 2008
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