Program Description

The Welding Technology (WT) program prepares students for entry into a variety of careers in welding, aluminum boatbuilding and general metal fabrication. Graduates will be qualified to work as entry-level welders, fitters, burners, layout persons, or metal fabricators. Students study a variety of layout, fabrication, and metal joining techniques including oxyfuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding, and gas tungsten arc welding of steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Instructional facilities include individual welding practice booths and a large metal fabrication area.

Students may enter at any quarter. Program completion time averages six quarters, but because the program is per-formance-based, students may complete the program in a shorter or longer time period, depending on their individual progress. Experienced welders may upgrade their skills through special coursework.

Students are required to supply various tools, protective clothing, and welding consumables. A complete list can be obtained by calling the Welding program at 360.416.7702 or 360.416.7906, or by visiting the weld shop in Reeves Hall.

Entry into the Program

Please apply to the Admissions Office. Students may enter the program at the beginning of any quarter. People considering enrollment in this program should have good eyesight, hand-eye coordination, and mechanical aptitude. Advanced standing may be requested. For more information, contact the Department Chair or the Admissions Office.