Welding Technology (5460)
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This program prepares the student for entry-level employment in a variety of occupations in the welding industry. The content includes, but is not limited to, communication skills, human relations, employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, reading blueprints, identifying metals and basic shop skills. Shop activities are an integral part of this program and provide instruction in the various processes and fabrication skills, including torch cutting, arc welding, MIG welding, Flux Core welding, TIG welding, pipe welding, certification test preparation, use of current industry standards, practices, and techniques.
Program Contact
Mike Calloway Phone
(561) 868-3547
Program Length
1170 hours or approximately one year
Admission Requirements
Students must:
Complete a College Application and
Take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) level D. Students who hold an AA degree or higher from an accredited institution need not take the TABE test. The TABE must be completed prior to registration. Remediation may be required prior to registration.
Registration
Students must register for each course in the Registrar's office by completing a Course Request Form. Course fees must be paid to the Cashier's office. Registration is on a space-available basis, so please register early. No registration confirmation is mailed. Report to class unless notified by the College of a change or cancellation. Please check each course description for prerequisite information prior to registering.
No high school diploma or GED required.
Completion Requirements
Successfully complete all of the courses in the program.
A Certificate of Program Completion will be awarded to all students who satisfy program requirements, including the state-required Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) at the 9th level for math and 9th level for language and reading.
Approximate Cost of Program
$2,489 for Florida residents (includes books)
Salary Range
$20,000 - 30,000 annually
Program Offered
Off-site at West Tech Education Center, 2625 State Rd 715, Belle Glade - Night Program
Lake Worth Campus - Day Program
Lake Worth Campus - Night Program
Program Courses
PMT0108 Introduction to Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0109 Introduction to Welding II 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0126 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0127 Shielded Metal Arc Welding - Advanced 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0147 Gas Metal Arc Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0143 Flux Core Arc Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0150 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0151 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Advanced 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0167 Pipe Welding 120 hours $ 204.00
PMT0168 Pipe Welding - Advanced 90 hours $ 153.00