Welding Technology

The Welding Technology program is a two-year program designed to help you gain the basic welding, metal fabrication, math and problem solving skills needed to qualify for entry-level employment or apprenticeship. In this program, you’ll learn arc, gas, braze, MIG and TIG welding, and also receive OSHA 10 safety training and certification.

This CTE program is available at:

• The Wilbur H. Palmer Career and Technical Education Center at Alvirne High School 

Note: Basic Welding is available as an elective, non-pathway class to Applied Technology Center (Milford High School) students who have successfully completed the Precision Machining program.

Sample Career Pathways for Manufacturing & Machine Tech Graduates (Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Job Title	Projected Job Growth Through 2028	Average Yearly Salary
Welder,Cutter, Solderer & Braiser	14,500	$42,490
Sheet Metal Worker	11,400	$50,400
Ironworker	11,200	$53,650
Boilermaker	900	$63,100