Learn by doing from experienced industry professionals.

Classes are designed for adult students

We offer a strong network of support to help you succeed!

Career advancement and greater earning potential is possible through additional training and certifications.

A career in welding offers almost unlimited potential of employment opportunities.

The demand for welders is expected to grow by 6% in the next 10 years = 22,500 new jobs!*

Ohio ranks 3rd in growth for welders behind Texas and California - offering many potential career opportunities.

1. Introduction to Welding

2. Math for Welding

3. Oxy Fuel Cutting In and Out of Position

4. Basic - SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding

5. Advanced - SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding

6. Plasma Cutting

7. GMAW/Gas Metal Arc Welding - MIG

8. Metallurgy

9. FCAW/Flux Cored Arc Welding

10. Structural Fabrication

11. GMAW/Pipe

12. GTAW/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding – TIG

13. SMAW/GTAW – Pipe Welding

14. Welding Symbols

15. Weld Print Reading

16. Capstone Project/Certification Testing

17. Employability/Soft Skills

600 total program hours

Full Program
600-hour program, 17-module program

Individual Modules
Any module listed above

Individual modules are a great option for individuals who require specific updates to enhance their current skills or companies looking to advance the credentials of their workforce.

Monday - Thursday
5:00 - 9:00 pm

600 hours / $9,400*

Wendell Meyers
Industrial Training Coordinator  
meyersw@uppervalleycc.org
937.778.1980 x307

Adult Technology Center
8901 Looney Road | Piqua, Ohio

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