Welding & Metal Fabrication, preparing students to shape their futures with hands-on training in welding and metalworking.
Students in this new program will be prepared for a variety of metalworking occupations as they gain hands-on experience with both welding and metal shaping equipment. This program will teach students how to fabricate new items and repair existing metal items. Students will be instructed using industry standard machines, such as: lathes, mills, grinders, drills, saws, and welders that will allow students to form, shape, mold, cut, twist, and work upon metal. This program prepares students for industry careers or college.
Course Description and Career Skills
This comprehensive welding program prepares individuals for careers in welding, metal fabrication, and industrial metalworking by providing instruction in occupational safety, equipment operation, and a variety of welding and cutting processes. Students gain hands-on experience with multiple welding methods, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), as well as manual and mechanized oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting (PAC), and air carbon arc cutting (CAC-A). The program emphasizes proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety inspections, adherence to OSHA and industry standards, preparation and inspection of materials, interpretation of technical drawings and weld symbols, and performance testing in multiple positions and materials. Graduates develop skills in both ferrous and nonferrous metals, ensuring they are well-prepared for careers in welding, fabrication, metalworking, and industrial maintenance.
The various skill career levels for technical college high school: beginning, intermediate, advanced.
Program Opportunities
Certifications
Earn up to 3 certifications.
Workplace Opportunities
Upper-level students may be hired at five local companies. Co-ops allow students to work during their school day, earn real-world experience, and build their resumes.
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CIP 48.0508
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