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Welding


Welding is considered a high demand occupation that provides a living wage, with projected short- and long-term growth in Chelan and Douglas Counties, according to the Washington State Employment Security Department.

Hands-on instruction is included in core welding techniques—including MIG and TIG and pipe welding—and in metal fabrication with a variety of materials. Safe working habits are emphasized in lecture format and in demonstrations. An industrial safety course includes training and certification in first aid/CPR, flagging, forklift/industrial truck operation, OSHA-10 and hazardous materials awareness. You will also receive practice in preparation for the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) welding certification exam.

Academic Pathways

Welding and Fabrication Certificate

A one-year certificate that prepares you with the skills necessary to perform welding duties in construction, repair, maintenance, and fabrication.

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Welding and Fabrication Certificate of Completion

A 21-credit certificate that provides training in basic, gas, and arc welding, along with metal fabrication.

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Outcomes

Demonstrate standard shop safety procedures.
Apply welding theory and knowledge of common terms used in the industry to oxy/fuel gas and electric arc welding processes
Apply a variety of standard and exotic welding techniques.
Operate various shop fabrication equipment.
Use torches and fuel gases to produce durable parts.
Read, interpret, and use shop drawings and specifications in the fabrication and making of durable goods.
Employ problem-solving skills.
Prepare to take welder qualification test in accordance with Washington Association of Building Organization (WABO) utilizing SMAW process.

 

Career Opportunities

For more information about careers related to this field, go to My Next Move or the Employment Security Department Web page (scroll through the alphabetical list by occupation, or type the name of an occupation into the search filter, such as welder or metal fabricator).