Welding Certificates
About the Program
All of our welding courses are taught to national welding codes and prepare you for testing and certification for jobs in metal fabrication, construction, and even nuclear power plant positions.
Degrees Available
Special Requirements
Students are required to be equipped with basic safety equipment and tools. These items are not provided and must be purchased by the student.
Required Items
Safety glasses
Welding gloves
Welding hood (with #10 or #11 lens)
Oxyacetylene goggles for cutting (with #4 or #5 lens)
Striker, wire brush, chipping hammer
Protective clothing (no synthetic blends -100% cotton is recommended)
8” high steel toe boots
Certifications Available
Earn nationally recognized certifications from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) when you complete this program.
Career Outlook
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Quick Facts
Program Coordinator
Jimmie Johnson
johnsonjf@octech.edu
803.535.1299