Welding Technology

Welding Technology is a comprehensive program aimed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in the welding industry. The Welding Technology program covers a range of welding processes, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Students learn principals of metallurgy, blueprint reading and welding symbols, alongside practical hands-on training in various welding positions and joint configurations. Safety is a paramount aspect of the program, emphasizing safe work practices and the proper use of welding equipment. Students have the opportunity to earn up to three American Welding Society Qualification Certifications. Welders work in manufacturing, maintenance, shipbuilding, aerospace, motorsports, pipelines and even underwater.

Instructors: Jonathan Keene
419.289.3313 #2247

keenej@acwhcc.org

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This program is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

What This Program Teaches

  • Basic Safety

  • Hand Tools

  • Power Tools

  • Construction Drawings and Blueprint Reading

  • Welding Safety

  • Welding Fundamentals

  • Welding Symbols

  • Cutting Processes

  • Welding Techniques

  • Welding Joint Preparation

  • Welding Inspection

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

  • Externship (80-hours)

Certifications

In the Welding Technology program, you have the opportunity to earn the following certifications:

  • American Welding Society Welding Qualification Certifications (up to 3*):

    • Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW)

    • Gas Metal Arc (MIG)-(GMAW)

    • Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG)-(GTAW)

  • National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) Core

  • National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) Welding Level 1

Woman welding

Welding Technology Job Outlook

  • 2% job growth from 2023-2033 with 45,800 annual openings

  • Salary Range $36,830 to $72,970 with a median salary of $48,940

Welding Technology Admission Requirements

  • Submit a completed program application through https://acwhcc.axstudent.com along with a $50 non-refundable application fee.

  • Provide official transcripts or high school diploma or equivalent.

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Start Dates and Program Cost

Start Date

September 2, 2025 - June 16, 2026 
Monday - Thursday
5:30pm- 9:30pm

*date and times are subject to change

Program Calendar

Program Cost

Tuition

$5,767

Tools

$548

Books and Fees

$2,488

Total Cost

$8,803

*Program fees include three (3) submissions for testing evaluation for certifications, additional testing fees are $125 per submission. Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center does not guarantee passing.