Welding
What is Welding?
Welding is a fabrication process that joins materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, by causing coalescence. This is often done by melting the work pieces and adding a filler material to form a pool of molten material (the weld puddle) that cools to become a strong joint, with pressure sometimes used in conjunction with heat, or by itself, to produce the weld.
In manufacturing, welders help build everything from automobiles to massive, heavy equipment.
In construction, welders are a major part of the success of any job. In maintenance, welders keep equipment operational to prevent down time; prolong the life of steel equipment; and repair, fix, or replace metal on equipment, tools, or machinery.
Career Opportunities
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VC Pirate Ship created by students in the welding department |
A welding career can be lucrative. Jobs in construction, fabrication, automotive and industrial settings are available. Welders work from the small shop down the street to the largest factories in major cities.
- Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Construction
- Ironwork/manufacturing/sheet metal
- Equipment repair
- Product sales
- Welding inspector
- Marine construction
- Sculpture
Degrees and Certificates Offered
- Associate in Science Degree
- Certificate of Achievement
Links
- Catalog description of individual courses, Associate in Science Degree and Certificate of Achievement
- Welding Program webpage