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Universal Technical Institute’s welding school near Miami, Florida, is designed to provide students with the knowledge and technical skills that can help them pursue welding careers.1 From combination welding to safety awareness and industry-standard welding principles, the welding curriculum at UTI Miramar aims to prepare students for the future. Keep reading to learn more.
WELDING TRAINING NEAR MIAMI, FL
Located roughly 24 miles from Miami, UTI Miramar’s welding school offers a comprehensive 36-week program that was created with help from industry leader Lincoln Electric.
UTI recognizes that attending a Welding training program like the one at UTI Miramar is many students’ first step in their career path. Therefore, our welding courses start at square one and develop students’ skill sets from the ground up. Those who have previous experience can sharpen their skills and gain practice using current technology.
Throughout the program, students learn four main arc welding processes that are used across various industries, preparing them to pursue entry-level careers. Students also learn to weld in several positions, ensuring they strengthen the problem-solving and adaptability skills necessary for the field.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
At UTI Miramar’s welding school, students take the following courses:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I and II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I and II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I and II
Upon completing these welding courses, graduates receive diplomas and can begin searching for career opportunities!
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR MIAMI, FL
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach region was $46,930 in May 2022.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
Welding can be an exciting field to pursue for the right person. Many welders work within various industries throughout their careers, and there’s a demand for their skills. In fact, total welder employment in the United States is expected to exceed 437,000 by 2032.50
Next, let’s discuss some entry-level and advanced welding roles.
WELDING JOBS IN MIAMI, FL
Common entry-level positions for our graduates to pursue after welding training include:
- Welders use various welding processes and equipment to create, repair, and maintain welds.
- Welder fitters use blueprints and diagrams to install and fabricate metal products according to specifications.
- Welding fabricators assemble components with welding and cutting tools to create finished structures or products.
While most of our graduates start out working in entry-level welding roles, as with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their careers with hard work.77 Welding roles for those who have advanced training and experience could include shipyard welders, manufacturing welders and rig welders. Learn more about these advanced roles on our welding careers page.
It’s important to note that job availability may depend on the demand of your local area. The good news is that UTI Miramar has skilled Career Services specialists who are in touch with employers across the nation. They can help students search for career opportunities in Miami and surrounding areas that align with their interests and skill sets.1
DIRECTIONS FROM MIAMI, FL, TO UTI MIRAMAR
Don’t take our word for it — visit our campus! To get to UTI’s welding school in Miramar from downtown Miami, follow the directions below. Please note that this route requires tolls.
- Get on I-95 North from Brickell Avenue (1.7 miles)
- Drive from I-95 Express, Florida’s Turnpike and Ronald Reagan Turnpike to Miramar. Take Exit 43 from Ronald Reagan Turnpike (18.1 miles)
- Take Miramar Parkway to your destination (3.7 miles)
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a. Head north on Brickell Avenue toward SE 12th Street (0.7 miles)
b. Slight right onto Biscayne Boulevard Way (308 feet)
c. Turn left onto SE Third Avenue (0.1 miles)
d. Turn left onto SE Second Street (446 feet)
e. Turn left onto SE Second Avenue/Avenue of the Americas (180 feet)
f. Turn right to merge onto I-95 North (0.8 miles)
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a. Merge onto I-95 North (1.9 miles)
b. Keep left at the fork to continue on I-95 Express, follow signs for Express Lanes (7.4 miles)
c. Take the exit toward Florida Turnpike/FL-826 (387 feet)
d. Merge onto I-95 North (0.5 miles)
e. Take Exit 12A on the left to merge onto Florida’s Turnpike toward Turnpike (3.8 miles)
f. Take Exit 4X toward Homestead (0.7 miles)
g. Continue onto Ronald Reagan Turnpike (3.1 miles)
h. Take Exit 43 toward Red Road/NW 57th Avenue (0.5 miles)
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a. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto NW 111A/Red Road (0.4 miles)
b. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Miramar Parkway (2.8 miles)
c. Turn right onto SW 145th Avenue (0.4 miles)
d. Turn right (226 feet)
e. Turn left, and the campus will be on the right (269 feet)
UTI LISLE CAMPUS LOCATION
2601 SW 145th Avenue
Miramar, FL 33027
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI MIRAMAR
In addition to welding training, UTI Miramar offers three other training programs — Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, and Airframe & Powerplant Technician training.79 Learn more about each below!
Automotive Training
The automotive mechanic school at UTI Miramar offers a 51-week program7 designed to equip students with skills helpful for pursuing entry-level automotive roles.
They receive hands-on training18 in a professional environment that mimics the field to help prepare graduates for entry-level roles like auto technician, smog inspector, service writer or parts associate.77 Graduates earn an occupational associate degree (OAD).
Those who wish to focus their studies further can explore specialized automotive training, which can be found at other UTI campuses nationwide.
Diesel Training
UTI Miramar’s diesel mechanic school is a 45-week training program7 that equips students with the knowledge and technical skills an increasing amount of employers seek in entry-level candidates.1
Students learn hands-on18 using different diesel-powered vehicles and their related parts in an environment complete with technology and tools current to the field. Diesel program graduates earn diplomas.
Eligible graduates of the Diesel program can also choose to further their education and apply for specialized diesel training found at select UTI campuses across the nation.
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Training
Our airframe and powerplant school79 is designed to be an 18-month program that welcomes students regardless of their experience level. Seasoned instructors lead hands-on practice in labs that mirror the type of environments seen in the field.
Throughout the program, students develop and sharpen maintenance, diagnostic and repair skills, preparing them to pursue entry-level positions upon graduation. Potential roles for graduates to pursue include aviation mechanic, turbine technician or field technician.77
TRAIN AT UTI MIRAMAR NEAR MIAMI, FL
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your welding skills or build them from scratch, the Welding training program at UTI Miramar can help. Hands-on courses designed and taught by industry experts can help prepare you to pursue a career you’re excited about! Take charge of your future today — request more info by clicking below, and we’ll connect you with an Admissions Representative.