Students in Welding Technology are prepared for entry-level employment in various welding careers. Emphasis is placed on safety, blueprint reading, math and hands-on training. Intermediate and advanced training are available. The program is offered on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.
Credentials available
Advisors
| Gary Udaka, Ayers Campus, Anniston 256-835-5426 gudaka@xt23z.com |
Bart Smith, Ayers Campus, Anniston 256-835-5480 sbsmith@xt23z.com |
| Frank Miller, East Broad Campus, Gadsden 256-549-8653 fmiller@xt23z.com |
Darren McCrary, East Broad Campus, Gadsden 256-549-8657 dmccrary@xt23z.com |
Dual Enrollment
Welding Technology is a scholarship-eligible program for Gadsden State’s Dual Enrollment Program. The program is available to eligible high school students. Through Dual Enrollment, students earn both college and high school credits. Eligible students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. They must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior, and they must have approval from a high school counselor or administrator. Limited scholarships and grants are available!
Employment outlook
- 2022 Median Pay: $47,540
- Number of jobs nationwide: 431,800
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career Opportunities
- Production Welder
- Construction Worker
- Structural Steel
- Pipe & Pressure Vessel
- Boilermaker
- Maintenance Welder
- Fabrication
- Certified Inspector