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Architecture, Construction, and Manufacturing

Advanced Welding Technology

NEXT CLASS BEGINS June 12, 2024

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Program Description:

If you are ready to enhance your skills in the welding industry, our Welding Technology – Advanced program is for you!  This program will refine your skills in gas and electric welding equipment and your work with steel and aluminum.  An emphasis will be placed on pipe skills.  This advanced level program also consists of:

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) techniques
  • Pipe Fitting Fabrication techniques
  • Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) skills
  • Emerging technologies directly related to geographically relevant welding needs.

The Welding Technology – Advanced program requires successful completion of Welding Technology and requires instructor approval.

Program Information:

Program NumberTitleLength
PMT0075Advanced Welder 1600 Hours
PMT0076Advanced Welder 2150 Hours

Program Costs:

ItemCost
Florida Resident Tuition$2,100
Out of State Tuition$8,400
Registration, Activity, Lab, Test, Insurance, and Trust Fees$658
Books / Supplies$340
Industry Certification & State Credential Exam Costs-
Florida Resident Total Cost$3,098
Out of State Total Cost$9,398

Fees are based on the number of class days according to the Broward County Public Schools calendar. Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

Admissions Requirements:

  • Schedule a basic skills assessment ($15) or provide official documentation of a basic skills exemption to your program counselor/advisor.
  • Schedule an appointment with your program counselor/advisor for basic skills assessment results and/or a program specific orientation.
  • Register for classes during open enrollment. Program registration runs on a first come, first served basis.

Employment Opportunities:

  • Welding Technician
  • Plumber, Pipe Fitter
  • Structural Metal Worker
  • Brazer and Solderer
  • Sheet Metal Worker
  • Fabricator and Fitter
  • Boilermaker

Accreditation:

For information about national and program accreditation, please contact the institution.

Program Info

Program Length:

750 hours / 7 months full-time; 12 months part-time

Program Offered:

August, January, June

Delivery Method:

Hybrid
*Students enrolled in distance and/or hybrid programs must have daily access to a computer with internet and a valid email address that they check daily. Additionally, students must have all necessary hardware and software components required by their program.

Days & Times:

Full-time days:

  • Monday – Thursday:
    8:00 am – 2:30 pm Class and
    Online (6 hours)

Part-time evenings:

  • Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday:
    6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Class and
    Online (4 hours) 

    Enroll in our Welding Technology program today.

    To get started with this program, sign up today to attend a program orientation by contacting the Admissions Counselor at: [email protected] or 754.321.5840.

    For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions at (754) 321-5700.