Introduction:

Our Welding Technology-Advanced Program equips students with the skills needed for a successful career as a specialty welder across various sectors of the welding industry. This course also prepares students for careers in the welding industry by emphasizing essential advanced skills. Participants will gain expertise in intermediate and advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) as B-Class Welders, pipe fitting fabrication techniques, and advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).

Advanced or specialty welding is designed to equip welders with cutting-edge training for emerging welding sectors that meet the specific needs of local businesses and industries. This course also offers supplemental training for individuals currently or previously employed in welding roles. Students will learn to efficiently set up and fabricate fixtures, maximizing productivity while minimizing costs, exploring advanced welding procedures and theories which focuses on fabricating fixtures for robotic and semi-automatic welding, as well as pipe welding in a hands-on shop environment.

Additionally, the course covers the principles of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Plasma Cutting, including hands-on setup, basic programming, loading programs, and troubleshooting. Join us to advance your welding skills and prepare for a thriving career in the industry!

Admission Requirements:

• 16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in any K-12 program
• Occupational Interest
• Prior course graduate of the Applied Welding Technologies class, Welding Technology class or experience of up to 3 years in advanced welding processes. OAW, GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, and FCAW.
• Create update profile information on Focus
• Meet with a counselor
• No specific requirement for Information Technology

Program Hours:

Monday—Friday 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Length of Program:

The entire program is 750 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

Minimum basic-skills grade levels required for awarding a Full Program Completion Certificate are 9^th grade in Math, Reading, and Language on the TABE® test, or passing of an Industry Certification. Additional information can be provided by student services. 
Students are expected to complete program competencies.

Career Opportunities:

• Aerospace Welders
• Construction Welder
• Robotic Welders
• Tack Welders
• Pipe Welder
• Combination Welder
• Marine Welder
• Flame Cutters
• Production Line Welders
• Welding Lead

Employment Requirements

Completion of a Technical Program at an eligible institution is preferred.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $23.68 hourly or $49,250 annually.

Source

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Welders, Cutters, Soldiers, and Braziers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes514121.htm#st.