Waukesha County Technical College
Metal Fabrication/Welding

Metal Fabrication/Welding

Program Information

Degree Type

33-credit Technical Diploma

Program Code

31-457-1

Time to Degree

1 year

Start Date

August / January

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Daytime

Evening

Program OverviewApplication DeadlinesProgram Cost

Metal fabrication involves preparing and manipulating materials, while welding fuses parts together. In this program, learn to read prints; create the shape of a part for cutting, fabrication and welding; and produce quality parts. Develop skills to program/operate computer-controlled press brakes/shears, plasma arc cutting machines and microprocessor-based power sources.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2021 Start

  • Submit application by August 2, 2021
  • Complete checklist items by August 9, 2021

Spring 2022 Start

  • Submit application by January 3, 2022
  • Complete checklist items by January 10, 2022

Summer 2021 Start

  • This program cannot be started in summer.

* Application deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Estimated Costs

  • Any PC with at least i7, 3.2Ghx CPU, 32GB memory, Nvidia Quadro, AMD FirePro, AMD Radeon Pro graphics card
  • Metal Fab Tool Kit: $160
  • Safety equipment (shoes/glasses): $100
  • Welding protective attire: $400

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Admissions Advisor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Outreach team by filling out our online form or by email at outreach@wctc.edu.

If you are interested in working in a manufacturing setting, like to use machines and equipment to make parts fit together, and have an eye for detailed work, a career in metal fabrication/welding may be for you. Those in the field have knowledge of metallurgy, solid math skills and the ability to interpret prints.

  • Fabricator
  • Laser Operator
  • Assembler
  • Welder/Press Operator
  • Welder

$33,400 – $46,700 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements.

Check the WCTC Graduate Success Report to view our graduates’ entry wages.

As a program student, you are eligible to receive:

  • Financial aid loans
  • Scholarships
  • Other forms of assistance

Learn more about financial aid.

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Program Courses

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What Makes This Program Unique?

1

Learn on state-of-the-art Lincoln welders.

2

Take advantage of the opportunity to participate in an award-winning SkillsUSA team.

3

Advance your career by applying credits earned this technical diploma to the Metal Fabrication/Welding - Advanced associate degree.


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