Combination Welder

You will learn to:

• Operate fire and electricity to design, dismantle and construct a wide range of metal products
• Develop the confidence, work ethic, team cooperation, and stamina necessary for a career in fabrication
• Utilize a wide range of welding processes to earn essential industry recognized certifications

Description

This program will teach students to do quality welding for a variety of construction and manufacturing jobs using multiple structural welding techniques. Instruction will cover welding theory and safety, fabrication, layout, print reading, symbols, math, welding codes, metal characteristics/properties and oxyfuel cutting. Students will learn to perform high quality welds in accordance with welding procedure specifications used in a variety of welding occupations. They will also gain an introduction to pipe welding skills, using SMAW, FCAW and GTAW techniques.

Employment Options

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, Combo Welder, Pipefitter, Welder’s Helper, Production Welder – Approximate Pay Potential: $14-31 per hour. (O*NET source: 51-4121.00 - Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers)

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify. (See Financial Aid)

Class hours

This program may be taken as a half-day session in the morning or afternoon, or as a full-day option for ADULT students who wish to accelerate their progress. 

Lawton Campus Times: Morning sessions run from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., afternoon sessions from 11:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m., and the full-day schedule combines both sessions.

Frederick Campus Times: Morning sessions run from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., afternoon sessions from 12:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and the full-day schedule combines both sessions.

Certification Outcomes: