Areas of Focus

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Many people are unaware of the tremendous scope and potential offered by welding technology. It is such a diverse field that there is an application for virtually every personality type. It is no exaggeration to say that our students are learning to manufacture everything from drawer pulls to skyscrapers!

To meet the needs of these ever-expanding disciplines, we now offer a variety of learning formats, including individual courses, specialty certificates, and comprehensive college degrees. Here are some examples of the skills you can learn:

  • Architectural and Ornamental Metals
    • Metal Sculpture
    • Metalsmithing (Artist blacksmithing)
    • Coppersmithing
  • Welding Processes: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Oxy-Fuel Cutting, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding GTAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Flux-cored Arc Welding
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Layout and Fabrication
  • Structural (plate) Welding and Pipe Welding
  • Welder Certification/ Qualification
  • Welding Inspection
    • Preparation for CWI Exam
    • Ultrasonic Testing