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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) offers a welding school near Coral Springs, Florida, that provides students with hands-on training relevant to the industry. Throughout the program, students learn the four main arc welding processes – gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), preparing them to pursue careers as combination welders in a variety of industries.1 Keep reading to learn more about the program!
WELDING TRAINING NEAR CORAL SPRINGS, FL
UTI’s Miramar welding school is about 26 miles south of Coral Springs and features state-of-the-industry labs where students can gain practical skills in just 36 weeks.
Students learn the above-mentioned arc welding processes. They also learn how to read blueprints, are introduced to project planning, practice various welding positions, acquire math and measurement skills, and more.
Upon graduation, students can pursue entry-level careers in many industries, including automotive fabrication, aerospace, construction and oil rigging.
Created with the help of industry-leader Lincoln Electric, the welding training curriculum focuses closely on providing students with entry-level skills that can be important to pursuing a welding career path.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
UTI Miramar’s welding school welcomes students who have no previous knowledge or training. The following welding courses build students’ knowledge and technical skills from the ground up:
- 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)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- 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 CORAL SPRINGS, FL
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that most employers prefer candidates who have a high school diploma and technical training. Although these candidates are still considered entry-level and require on-the-job training, their knowledge of blueprints, math and measurements is preferable.
Therefore, earning a postsecondary education diploma like the one offered at UTI Miramar is a great option. But what’s the outlook after graduating from welding school?
According to the BLS, the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the United States 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 cost of living in the area.
WELDING JOBS IN CORAL SPRINGS, FL
Graduates from UTI Miramar’s welding training program can pursue the following entry-level welding careers:
- Welder fitters reference technical drawings to assemble and arrange materials for welding projects. Attention to detail is paramount in this role, as welder fitters need to prepare the proper tools and supplies.
- Welders join pieces of metal by using various welding processes. This role also requires the performance of routine maintenance on welds.
- Fabrication welders transform raw materials into products used across multiple industries, including transportation and construction. Beyond welding, they craft designs and cut, form, and finish components for final work pieces.
Most of our graduates start out working in entry-level roles, but as with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work.77 Let’s look at a few advanced welding jobs:
- Welding project managers create, manage and guarantee the completion of welding projects efficiently and safely. Additional responsibilities include sticking to budgets, meeting deadlines and ensuring results meet the required standards.
- Inspectors ensure welds are of the highest possible quality. Their duties include reviewing and authorizing welding procedures, managing quality assurance protocols, and more.
- Quality controllers are responsible for examining welding processes and final welds to ensure they meet the required standards.
It’s important to keep in mind that job availability for entry-level and advanced welding careers usually depends on the demand in your local area. However, UTI’s Career Services specialists pride themselves on helping graduates look for potential career opportunities that interest them and align with their skill sets.1
DIRECTIONS FROM CORAL SPRINGS, FL, TO UTI MIRAMAR
UTI’s welding school in Miramar is about 26 miles from Coral Springs and has likely come up during your “welding school near me” searches. To get there, follow the directions below (this route has tolls):
- Take West Sample Road to FL-869 S (2.4 miles)
- Head west (72 feet)
- Turn left (249 feet)
- Turn right (0.2 miles)
- Turn left onto NW 34th Street/West Sample Road (2.2 miles)
- Follow FL-869 South and I-75 S to South 33rd Street/Miramar Parkway in Miramar. Take Exit 7 from I-75 South (22.2 miles)
- Merge onto FL-869 South (12.1 miles)
- Merge onto I-75 S6 (1 mile)
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-75 South (3 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 7 toward South 33rd Street/Miramar Parkway (0.3 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 7A, follow signs for East Miramar Parkway (0.7 miles)
- Continue on South 33rd Street/Miramar Parkway to your destination (1.4 miles)
- Turn right onto South 33rd Street/Miramar Parkway (0.8 miles)
- Turn left toward SW 145th Avenue (413 feet)
- Turn left onto SW 145th Avenue (0.4 miles)
- Turn right (226 feet)
- Turn left, and our Miramar campus will be on the right (269 feet)
UTI MIRAMAR CAMPUS LOCATION
2601 SW 145th Avenue
Miramar, Florida 33027
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
754-946-5595 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
844-338-0033 | Financial Aid
407-232-5259 | Housing
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI MIRAMAR
Not sure diesel mechanic school is for you? The UTI Miramar campus also offers Automotive, Diesel, and Airframe & Powerplant technician training programs.79
Automotive Mechanic School
If you’re interested in auto mechanic school, UTI Miramar has a 51-week program7 that teaches students to maintain, diagnose and repair various vehicles. The labs are equipped with current technology to mirror what’s found in the field.
Upon completion, Automotive Technology program graduates at UTI Miramar earn an occupational associate degree (OAD) and can pursue entry-level careers as service writers, automotive technicians or parts associates.77
Diesel Mechanic School
UTI Miramar’s diesel mechanic school can be completed in just 45 weeks.7 Throughout the program, students gain hands-on training in state-of-the-industry labs learning how to maintain and repair various diesel engines and equipment.
The Diesel Technology program curriculum was created with the help of industry leaders to ensure students receive an education that helps prepare them for their futures.
Upon graduating, students are awarded diplomas and can begin pursuing entry-level roles as diesel technicians, heavy equipment repair technicians, agricultural technicians or power generation technicians.77
Airframe and Powerplant School
The 18-month airframe and powerplant school79 is designed to provide students with hands-on training in aircraft maintenance, diagnosis and repair. Students learn through courses like Airframe Electrical, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Navigation and Communication Systems, and more.
Upon completion of the program, graduates can begin pursuing entry-level roles within the industry as aviation mechanics, turbine technicians or field technicians.77