DESCRIPTION

The Welding program prepares individuals to acquire welding techniques and be product verified with weldment testing. They will develop a working knowledge of blueprint reading, and the welding processes for Shielded Metal ARC Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored ARC Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten ARC Welding (GTAW) with the use of thermal cutting equipment. Students will learn about the tools and equipment for the welding trade.

 CAREER CONNECTION

Occupational Profile: www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4121.06 

Gainful Employment Disclosure: www.evit.com/adult_career_training_programs/consumer_information

Licensure or Certification Information: https://www.aws.org/certification/page/home 

Career Pathways: Apprenticeships, Helper, Welder, Combination Welder, Fitter Welder, Weld inspection, Sales. Technology Requirements: Computer access with Windows OS, Adobe Reader, webcam, microphone and anti-virus protection 

 ADULT PROGRAM & COURSE INFORMATION

360 hours (5 months)

Prerequisites

• High School Diploma or GED

• Proficiency in Basic Reading and Math

Program Tuition

$4,985.00

Supply Fees*

$855.00  

*Supply Fees Include: Welding Consumables Lab Supplies for SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG) & OFC (Oxy Fuel Cutting) processes, gasses, ID badge.

Estimated Out of Pocket Fees*

$680.00  

*Estimated Out-Of-Pocket Fees: Safety Glasses - $20.00, Gloves -$20.00, Uniform PPE (Steel toe boots, welding helmet, welding jacket, 4 long sleeve shirts) - $270.00, Hand Tools - $70.00, MIG & TIG Certifications Approx. $150.00 each/Total $300.00

Funding Opportunities

• VA Education Benefits
• Tribal Funding for eligible students
• Scholarships
• Interest-free payment plans available

For any financial assistance questions, please reach out to our Financial Aid Office at [email protected]

 Start Date

 End Date

 Days

 Times

 Campus

July 24, 2023        

Dec 15, 2023       

Monday - Thursday, Daily

(Adult Ed Schedule - Only the 1st week of Spring Break and 1st week of October Break are off)

4:30pm - 9:30pm

Main

Monday - Thursday, Daily

(Adult Ed Schedule - Only the 1st week of Spring Break and 1st week of October Break are off)

ENROLLMENT ADVISOR

Cris Manzo

480-461-4013 / [email protected]