Welding Technician

Program Information

Degree Type

19-credit Technical Diploma

Program Code

30-457-1

Time to Degree

1 year

Start Date

August / January

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Daytime

Evening

Program Overview Application Deadlines Program Cost

Welders fuse metal parts together to create a permanent bond. In this program, develop knowledge of print reading; learn safe handling techniques for gas cylinders, manual and machine oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting and air carbon arc cutting; and become introduced to gas metal arc welding/flux core arc welding techniques.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2022 Start

Submit application by August 1, 2022
Complete checklist items by August 8, 2022

Spring 2023 Start

Submit application by January 3, 2023
Complete checklist items by January 9, 2023

Summer 2022 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 Costs

Any PC with at least i7, 3.2Ghz 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

Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.

Submit unofficial high school transcript.

Complete placement assessment (Math only).

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

What Makes This Program Unique

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

Enhance your skills by working on challenging projects.

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

Program Pathway

Earn certificates, technical diplomas and/or industry credentials along this pathway. Start with some courses for entry-level employment, and continue with additional courses for higher wages and job advancement.

Metal Fabrication/Welding Pathway

Earn credit for prior learning for the college-level knowledge and skills that you've already acquired through advanced high school classes, previous ollege coursework, self-study, military training work or volunteer experience.

Certificates

Technical Diploma

Welding Technician (this program)
Metal Fabrication/Welding

Associate Degree

Metal Fabrication/Welding - Advanced

Bachelor's Degree

WCTC has credit transfer agreements with many four-year institutions that allow our degree graduates to transfer credits into a baccalaureate program, often at junior-level standing.