SCHOOL PROFILES APRIL 2015 114 APRIL 2015 HACC, Central Pennsylvaniaʼs Community College HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, offers training in welding at its Midtown site in Harrisburg, Pa. Students can obtain a diploma or certificate, in welding or an AA degree in technology studies, which prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for immediate job entry. The diploma program places emphasis on the basic techniques of blueprint reading, oxy fuel welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding and gas tungsten arc welding. The certificate program offers advanced skills in flux cored and subarc welding, robotics and testing and inspection. Hands-on training is provided in a state-ofthe art laboratory, which includes welding on carbon steel, aluminum and stainless steel. Instruction prepares students for American Welding Society certification tests. One HACC Drive Harrisburg, PA 17110 1-800-ABC-HACC admit@hacc.edu Garrett College Continuing Education & Workforce Development Garrett College, a two-year community college, is located in scenic Western Maryland. Students enrolled in the welding program receive hands-on experience in a welding shop and computer based training in all classes to support learning, along with personalized attention. Certification by the American Welding Society and American Petroleum Industry. Time to complete a welding training program from start to finish is approximately 12 months. Classes are held 1-2 evenings per week and an occasional Saturday. 687 Mosser Road McHenry, MD 21541 (301) 387-3770 www.garrettcollege.edu carol.mowbraybrooks@garrettcollege.edu Georgia Trade School Founded 2012 The technical chair for the Georgia Skills USA welding and fabrication competition, Georgia Trade School stands as one of the nation’s premiere boutique welding schools. Buoyed by our tremendous partnerships with Fortune 500 giants Kimberly Clark and Huntington Ingalls Industries, GTS is dedicated to providing a true alternative to an otherwise college bound population. Our extensive media coverage in both local and national print, television and digital mediums has highlighted our efforts to Rebuild America. A leading voice on skilled trades, Georgia Trade School serves on the Go Build Georgia Advisory Council dedicated to promoting craft work. Ryan Blythe, Executive Director 2260 Moon Station Court Suite 110 Kennesaw, GA 30144 (770) 590-9353 rblythe@georgiatradeschool.com www.georgiatradeschool.com Fortis Institute Erie, PA Always wanted to pursue your dream of a career in welding? Here’s your chance! With Fortis College’s Welding Technology program you can train to become skillful in the field. Develop problem-solving skills and gain an understanding of welding mathematic applications, and learn an array of other essential career development techniques. There’s no better time than now to become competent in the trade. Visit us online or give us a call today to learn how Fortis can support you in pursuing your welding dreams. 5757 West 26th Street Erie, PA 16506 (814) 838-7673 www.fortis.edu Fortis College Ravenna, OH Fortis College in Ravenna, Ohio offers students who enroll in our Welding Technology program the opportunity to get the training to specialize in welding, soldering, cutting, and brazing. At Fortis College you will receive instruction in welding mathematics, industrial welding applications, and gain practical experience to be prepared to enter the rewarding welding industry. Enroll today and embark on a journey toward a brighter welding career. 653 Enterprise Parkway Ravenna, OH 44266 (330) 297-7319 www.fortis.edu Harper College Harper College offers an AAS degree in Welding Technology and an AAS in Advanced Manufacturing with emphasis in metal fabrication. The College also offers certificates in Basic and Advanced Welding, Basic Pipe Welding, and Welding Fabrication. Harper's program prepares students to pass American Welding Society Level I (Entry Welder) and Level II (Advanced Welder) testing. The College also provides custom training in welding and fabrication for employees of area businesses. Kurt J. Billsten Coordinator of Manufacturing Technology 1200 West Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067 (847) 925-6149 Fax: (847) 925-6049 kbillste@harpercollege.edu www.harpercollege.edu
Welding Journal | April 2015
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