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Click here to listen our radio commercial We have three options in the Welding Department:
The Student Learning Outcomes for a Welding Technology Technical Certificate are as follows:
Skilled welders and metal fabricators can obtain a number of good jobs that pay very well. In Arkansas, welders have an earning potential of up to $20.00 per hour. Large industrial firms need welders to perform maintenance on equipment or work in their manufacturing processes. Welding and metal fabrication companies hire many welders, and construction and pipeline contractors always need good welders. Opportunities also exist for the self-employed welder. Upon completion of our Welding Technology program, you will be eligible to take the American Welding Society Certification exam to become a certified welder. This certification can be a big help in getting a job with certain types of employers - usually at high wages. Our graduates find jobs as oxy-fuel welders, fitters, arc welders, combination welders/fitters, pipe welders, and TIG welders. Technical Certificate
* The related courses may be scheduled during any semester or summer term and must be completed before a technical certificate will be awarded. Click here to print a Technical Certificate Program of Study Entire program of study must be successfully completed before American Welding Society certificates will be awarded to students by UAM College of Technology McGehee. To learn more about the student organization click here: Skills USA |
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