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TRAIN FOR A WELDING CAREER AT UTI LONG BEACH
36 weeks
4 processes
ABOUT THE LONG BEACH WELDING PROGRAM
In the Welding Technology program, students are taught four welding techniques to help them prepare for a career as a combination welder.1 This curriculum was developed in conjunction with Lincoln Electric, an industry leader in the design, development and manufacturing of welding technology.
At the Long Beach campus, you’ll have the chance to train with VRTEX® virtual welders, which can give you the opportunity to sharpen your welding skills in a simulated environment.
Welding Classes in Long Beach, CA
If you’ve been searching for a “welding school near me,” we have you covered. During the 36-week Welding Technology program offered at UTI Long Beach, you’ll take courses that will help build your knowledge from the ground up. These include:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
HEAR FROM A UTI WELDING GRAD
WELDING DIPLOMA IN LONG BEACH
The graduation documents you receive as a trade school graduate can help demonstrate your level of skill and commitment to prospective employers. As a graduate from our welding school in Long Beach, CA, you’ll receive a diploma. You’ll also be able to utilize the resources provided by the Career Services team, which can help with identifying opportunities to apply for after graduation.
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
Most of our grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with experience and hard work. The welding skills you gain at UTI Long Beach could be applied in a variety of entry-level and advanced roles, including :77
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Entry-level
- Welder
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
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Advanced
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Read our career guide to learn more about the possibilities that come with a welding education.
45,000+
$48,940
ABOUT THE CAMPUS
Long Beach is a great place to call home while you complete your welding training. The campus is conveniently located near several different freeways for easy access. There are also plenty of fun things to do in the area, such as the Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame, Knott’s Berry Farmand, of course, the beautiful beaches. The search for a welding school near you is over!
CAMPUS LOCATION
4175 East Conant Street
Long Beach, California 90808
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
562-541-7000 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR ME
UTI Long Beach’s Welding Technology program is conveniently located in the city of Long Beach, where students can enjoy great weather and beautiful beaches during their time off. The campus is also located in the Los Angeles metro area, which is home to a variety of attractions to explore like Universal Studios or the Hollywood Walk of Fame. There are also racing and nearby racetracks that enthusiasts might enjoy, including the Grand Prix of Long Beach and K1 Speed.