Welding Technology

Industrial Technology Academy

The Welding Technology Program taught through the Industrial Technology Academy offers students the opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of welding concepts and technology. Students will learn to weld in various positions using a variety of techniques and materials such as steel, stainless steel and aluminum.

The Industrial Technology Academy is in the St. Clair TEC building on the RESA campus, 499 Range Road, Marysville.

Specific areas of study include:

Measurement (fractions/decimals)

• Types of welding joints
• Blueprint reading
• Metal layout/fabrication
• Oxyacetylene (cutting/welding/ brazing)
• Shielded metal arc (stick welding)
• Gas metal arc (MIG/ semiauto/ flux core)
• Gas tungsten arc (TIG/ ferrous/ nonferrous)
• Plasma cutting
• Pipe welding
  

Students will have the opportunity to attend St. Clair County Community College in their second year based on teacher recommendation.

PLEASE NOTE: Students should have the potential to develop above average eye-hand coordination. 

The Welding Technology Program is designed to give high school students the opportunity to participate in the Engineering/ Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Career Pathway.

Extracurricular Activities

SkillsUSA

MITES (Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society)

Advanced Training
and Education

Although students may obtain on the-job training through entry-level employment, it is recommended that students seek formal advanced education through apprenticeships, certificate programs, and two- and four-year colleges.

Career Options

Cutter

Metal fabricator

Pipe fitter

Underwater welder

Welder

Welding engineer

Welding machine operator

Welding teacher

Additional Information

More information about Welding occupations can be found by logging on to Career Cruising. See your counselor to obtain a user name and password.