This program will appeal to you if you enjoy physically demanding but satisfying, highly skilled work. LLCC students can enroll in the Center's Welding program.
Program length: 2 years
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You will be able to:
- Read standard blueprints and use them in metal fabrication
- Prepare metal for welding operations and understand the basics of metallurgy
- Perform standard welding operations including: GMAW (MIG) welding, SMAW ("stick") welding, oxy-fuel welding and cutting and brazing, plasma arc cutting, and GTAW (TIG) welding
- Adhere to safe work practices
Because welders must read blueprints and make accurate measurements, math skills are important.
You will be able to start your career as a(n):
- Arc welder
- MIG welder
- TIG welder
- Steel erector
- Heavy Equipment body repairer
- Steel fabricator
- Milling machine operator
- Lathe operator
- Tank erector
- Burner/cutter
CACC students are employed by:
- Henry - AC & R
- Altofer - CAT
- Selvaggio Ornamental Steel
- Simplex
- Fehring Ornamental Iron
- Thrall Car Manufacturing
Tech prep courses and credits available:
- Two-year technical degree in welding technology
- Four-year professional degree in structural engineering, welding engineering, or industrial technology
- Four-year apprenticeship in welding-related trades
