Welding Technology

Good welders make good money…learn how at EASTERN! This two-year career program is designed for the student who is interested in the industrial engineering field. Students will learn about the properties of different types of metals and how to join them using state-of-the-art welding equipment. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

 

 

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• Career Pathways:

Program prepares students for entry level employment as combination welder and welding production assistant. With further education and experience, students can find opportunities in occupations such as mechanical, aerospace or industrial engineering, business owner, equipment sales and welding engineer.

See Career Pathway Information here.

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• Post-secondary/Advanced Placement:

Students have continued their education at Divers Academy International, Lincoln Tech, Penn College of Technology, and Thaddeus Stevens. Students may also qualify for advanced placement college credit at Pennsylvania College of Technology.

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• Industry Certifications:

Students can earn Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10 and S/P2, and students that meet program task requirements have the opportunity to take the American Welding Society D1.1 qualification test to certify them for welding on structural steel.

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• Materials and fees:

Approximately $260