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  • Develop the skills employers look for through hands-on projects, blueprint interpretation, layout and welding practice.
  • Flexible course options. Classes are offered day and night on the Elkhorn and Racine campuses so you can learn when and where it’s most convenient for you.
  • Build your resume. You’ll earn the Welding/Maintenance & Fabrication technical diploma in your first semester of the Welding program, so you’ll be prepared for an entry-level welding position as you continue your education.   
  • Study with award-winning faculty who bring years of experience in the field, including print reading and safety techniques for MIG, TIG, stick/arc, gas and plasma welding.
Program Credits
43
LOCATION
Elkhorn Campus, Racine Campus
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees: $10,249
Books and Supplies: $3,511
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
Salary Outlook
$58,240
Career Opportunities:
Welding Technician, Welder Fabricator

Welding Career Pathway

Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.

There are many opportunities, both in high school and through previous college, work, and/or military experience, to earn credit for prior learning at Gateway.

Technical diplomas help students learn hands-on occupational skills in as little as one or two years for full-time students. Technical diploma opportunities in this pathway include:

Welding/Maintenance & Fabrication, Welding

Prepare to enter your exciting new career, or choose to continue your education with another Gateway program or by transferring your credits to a four-year college or university.