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Students at Universal Technical Institute's Rancho Cucamonga, CA, welding school learn in-demand industry skills in classrooms and labs outfitted with state-of-the-industry equipment and tools. Graduates of UTI Rancho Cucamonga's 36-week welding school can pursue entry-level welding job opportunities!1
WELDING TRAINING NEAR LOS ANGELES, CA
UTI’s 36-week Welding Technology program provides hands-on welding training in four major welding processes, including:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
Students should be driven and inquisitive to get the most of this learning journey! They can hone their abilities to tackle intricate mechanical problems that may harm the effectiveness of welds, which could otherwise compromise the final manufactured product.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
Students at UTI's welding school learn how to develop and refine their skills through welding courses that 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)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR LOS ANGELES, CA
Skilled welders are in demand. There are more than 45,000 estimated average annual welding job openings in the United States.42
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the U.S. was $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and the cost of living in the area.
WELDING JOBS NEAR LOS ANGELES, CA
Most of our welding school grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles, including:
- Welder
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
- Wirer
Over time, welders can advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers available in the field:
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Keep in mind that welding career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Los Angeles, contact our Career Services team.
DIRECTIONS FROM LOS ANGELES TO UTI
Follow these steps to get to Universal Technical Institute’s welding school in Rancho Cucamonga:
- Get on US-101 South from North Main Street (0.5 miles)
- Head southeast on West 1st Street toward North Main Street (66 ft)
- Turn left onto North Main Street (0.3 miles)
- Turn right onto West Aliso Street (295 ft)
- Merge onto US-101 South via the ramp on the left to I-10 East/I-5 South (0.1 miles)
- Follow I-10 East to North Archibald Avenue in Ontario. Take exit 55 from I-10 East (38.4 miles)
- Merge onto US-101 South (0.7 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to continue on San Bernardino Freeway, follow signs for I-10 East/San Bernardino (1.2 miles)
- Continue onto I-10 East/San Bernardino Freeway (36.1 miles)
- Take exit 55 for Archibald Avenue (0.4 miles)
- Follow North Archibald Avenue and 6th Street to your destination in Rancho Cucamonga (2.3 miles)
- Use any lane to turn left onto North Archibald Avenue (1.2 miles)
- Turn right onto 6th Street (0.9 miles)
- Turn right (197 ft)
- Turn left (479 ft)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI RANCHO CUCAMONGA CAMPUS LOCATION
9494 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
909-484-1929 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
Trade school students can seek housing options — whether private or shared — near their campus, thanks to assistance from Collegiate Housing Services. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Career Services
UTI's Career Advisors can provide students with assistance in locating job opportunities both during school and post-graduation. This includes the Early Employment Program, which can help qualified auto and diesel students find part-time work that may turn into consideration for full-time employment and tuition reimbursement after graduation.36 Contact Career Services to learn more!
Financial Aid
We have a committed Financial Aid team that assists students who qualify find solutions for paying for welding school tuition fees.10 Options include:
- Scholarships
- Grants
- Loans
Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.