Explore Academic Programs - Welding Technology
The program is designed to prepare students for a welding career. It provides entry-level, industry-validated, “hands-on” instruction using current technologies and equipment. An associate's degree and multiple certificate programs are available.
The welding industry is one of the largest industries worldwide. The size and diversity of the industry offer many opportunities for interesting, challenging and rewarding careers. Continuing technological changes in the industry demand the welder continue to learn and update knowledge and skills.
Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates
Pipe fitters and steamfitters
Potential earnings: $24.74 hourly; $51,450 annually
Market growth rate: faster than average (nine - 13 percent)
Structural metal fabricator and fitter
Potential earnings: $18.14 hourly; $37,730 annually
Market growth rate: slower than average (two - four percent)
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers
Potential earnings: $18.94 hourly; $39,390 annually
Market growth rate: slower than average 2(two - four percent)
Sheet metal worker
Potential earnings: $22.57 hourly; $46,940 annually
Market growth rate: average (five - eight percent)
Welders, cutters and welder fitters
Potential earnings: $18.94 hourly; $39,390 annually
Market growth rate: slower than average (two - four percent)
Degrees and Certificates
The CTC Welding program provides entry-level, competency-based coursework. Classes can begin at any time during the year and students may set their own schedule between 8 a.m. - 10 p.m., Monday – Thursday.
Coursework includes welding safety, tools and equipment, blueprint reading, layout and fabrication, oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc (GMAW) welding, flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc (GTAW) welding, pipe welding, machine set-up and operation, plasma cutting, carbon arc gouging, electrode identification and use and weld testing.
The program offers different pathways and you can choose your final destination. Students may pursue an associate degree or certificate. Two levels of certifications allow you to enter the workforce quickly. An Associate of Applied Science degree in welding is also offered which mixes welding curriculum with additional academic courses.
Know Your Path? CTC Pathways
| Degrees & Certificates | Delivery Mode |
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Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours, two years full time |
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Certificate of CompletionWelding Technology - Self-Paced Level II 45 credit hours, two years full time |
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Certificate of CompletionFarm and Ranch - Self-Paced Level I 19 credit hours, one year full time |
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Certificate of CompletionStructural - Self-Paced Level I 18 semester hours, one year full time |
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Certificate of CompletionIndustrial Welding Transition - Self-Paced Level I 19 credit hours, one-year full time |
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