Welding Skills
Metallurgy
Understanding metal properties and behavior.
Weld Symbols
Reading and interpreting welding symbols.
Heat Treating
Annealing, tempering, and hardening processes.
Flux Core Welding
Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) techniques.
Brazing & Soldering
Joining metals at lower temperatures.
Material Selection
Choosing appropriate metals for applications.
Corrosion Prevention
Coatings, treatments, and material selection.
Surface Finishing
Plating, coating, and surface treatments.
Welding Codes (AWS)
AWS D1.1 and other welding standards.
NDT Methods
Non-destructive testing: UT, RT, MT, PT.
Career Path
Entry
Welder Helper
0-2 years experience
$35K - $45K
Certifications
OSHA 10 AWS D1.1
Mid-Level
Certified Welder
2-5 years experience
$45K - $65K
Certifications
AWS Certified 3G/4G Plate 6G Pipe
Senior
Lead Welder / CWI
5-10 years experience
$65K - $85K
Certifications
AWS CWI ASME IX API 1104
Expert
Welding Engineer
10+ years experience
$85K - $120K+
Certifications
CWE/CWEng PE License Six SigmaTraining Programs
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Cleveland, OH
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
Troy, OH
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK • Jacksonville, FL • Houston, TX
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