Welding

Austin Community College`s Welding program provides hands-on training that will give you the ability to master a variety of techniques and advanced skills. Some techniques include shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and flux-cored arc welding. Some advanced skills include blueprint interpreting, fabrication, ultrasonic testing, welding inspection, and more. Students have access to state of the art equipment and machinery. Students have a chance to build professional relationships with industry professionals.

There is a high demand in this field including metal workers. There are also opportunities to seek work in fields including construction, engineering, oil and gas, manufacturing and industrial inspection.

Eligibility Requirements

  • This program is designed for rising high school juniors
  • Complete high school introductory Welding courses with a minimum grade of a “C”.
  • “TSI complete” standing is not required.

Program Requirements

  • Earn at least a C in each ACC course.
  • Maintain an overall ACC grade point average of 2.0 or higher.

Time commitment

  • 4+ semesters

Certificates awarded

Career opportunities

  • Structural Iron and Steel Workers
  • Maintenance and repair workers
  • Soldering and Welding
  • First line supervisors of construction

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