Welding Technology

• Long-term Certificate
• Short-term Certificate

Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts, and welders learn the characteristics and properties, such as melting points of steel, aluminum, and other commonly used metals. Persons interested in becoming welding technicians should possess basic skills in vocational math and reading. Good hand-eye coordination and a desire to learn are also important in this field.

The majority of graduates from the Bevill State Welding Technology program move into the field as technicians with particular areas of expertise. Among the various occupations our graduates are qualified to seek are welders in various occupational fields, welder's helpers, flame cutters, and pipe welders.

Program Options

A certificate in Welding Technology can provide you with the foundation on which a rewarding career can be built. According to labor statistics, the number of technician positions is expected to grow faster than average due to the increasing demand for skilled labor in the welding job market.

The placement rate of graduates of the Bevill State Welding Technology program has been higher than 80% in recent years, with many students obtaining employment prior to graduation.

• Course Descriptions & Requirements

Training and Experience are Rewarded

With quality educational training and experience, former students of the Welding Technology program at Bevill State can make up to $45,000 per year. Depending on the location of employment, graduates generally start at $15 per hour and with a few years of experience can earn up to $50 per hour.

For more information about the Welding Technology program, contact Bevill State Community College toll free at 1-800-648-3271 or at one of the campus listed below.

Hamilton Campus
Mike Reed
mike.reed@bscc.edu
1800-648-3271, ext. 5395

Rapid Training Center
Danny Taylor
danny.taylor@bscc.edu
1800-648-3271, ext. 4229

Fayette Campus
Everett Reynolds
everett.reynolds@bscc.edu
1800-648-3271, ext. 5679

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