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Located near Pembroke Pines, Florida, Universal Technical Institute’s welding school provides training to equip students with the skills needed to be career ready.1 At UTI Miramar, experienced instructors teach a curriculum developed with the help of Lincoln Electric — a leader in welding technology and design. Read on to learn more about the program.
WELDING TRAINING NEAR PEMBROKE PINES, FL
Still searching for “welding school near me”? Look no further than UTI Miramar’s Welding training program. Located approximately four miles from Pembroke Pines, the campus offers a nearby industry-aligned education that takes only 36 weeks to complete and concludes with graduates earning diplomas.
But before earning those diplomas, students learn production processes, regulations, and how to properly use the tools, technology and equipment current to the industry. Led by experienced instructors, Welding program students also learn four main arc welding methods, highlighted in the courses listed below. This ensures they have the skills necessary to weld in diverse industries.
Upon completing the program, graduates can embark pursue entry-level roles as welders, welder fitters, or fabrication welders.77
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
UTI’s welding school includes 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)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I and II
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
The welding courses aim to provide a thorough understanding of proper and safe welding procedures and standards.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR PEMBROKE PINES, FL
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (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 can be an exhilarating path if you’re detail oriented and enjoy physical work and solving problems. Let’s look at a few paths for welders looking to make their mark on the industries they serve.
WELDING JOBS IN PEMBROKE PINES, FL
Upon completing UTI’s welding training program, 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 A few common welding career paths for experienced welders include:
- Structural iron and steel welding: These types of welders support the construction industry by helping with civil engineering projects that include welds for large commercial buildings and highway bridge construction.
- Pressure vessel/pipe welding: These welders operate heavy machinery to shape pipes before welding them together for use in buildings, vessels and other structures.
- Welding machine operator: Operators use and maintain welding machines that bond metal. They enter operating instructions into the machine’s associated software system, adhere to production schedules and specifications, calibrate fixtures, and ensure the quality of final pieces.
While these entry-level and advanced welding careers are exciting paths to pursue, the demand where you live can affect job availability. Luckily, UTI Miramar has Career Services specialists who maintain contact with employers across the nation, so that they can help students look for career opportunities that pique their interest in Pembroke Pines and other regions.1
DIRECTIONS FROM PEMBROKE PINES, FL, TO UTI MIRAMAR
Pembroke Pines is only 4.2 miles from UTI Miramar’s welding school, making for a short commute! Getting here is as simple as following these directions:
- Drive south on South Hiatus Road toward Pines Boulevard (1 mile)
- Turn right onto Pembroke Road (2.5 miles)
- Turn left onto SW 145th Avenue (0.6 miles)
- Turn left (200 feet)
- Take the next right (397 feet)
- Turn left, and UTI Miramar will be on the left (118 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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Auto Technician School
UTI Miramar’s auto technician school supplies students with the knowledge and skills that can help them pursue entry-level roles that include automotive technicians, smog inspectors, parts associates and service writers.77
After 51 weeks7 of comprehensive training on how to service, test and repair various vehicles, students earn an occupational associate degree (OAD), proving they’ve undergone the technical training many employers desire.1
Like the curriculum in the diesel and welding school programs, UTI Miramar’s Automotive courses were created in conjunction with leading brands, ensuring students receive a relevant and up-to-date education.
Diesel Technician School
The diesel technician school at UTI Miramar prepares students to pursue entry-level roles as diesel technicians, agriculture technicians, power generation technicians and heavy equipment repair technicians.77
For 45 weeks,7 students train in labs and classrooms equipped with industry-standard technology, tools, and various diesel engines and vehicles.
The curriculum was developed with help from industry leaders to help students build the knowledge and technical skills many employers desire from entry-level candidates.1 Upon completion, graduates receive diplomas proving their training.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic School
UTI Miramar’s airframe and powerplant mechanic school79 is designed to help students build foundational skill sets that can prepare them to pursue entry-level careers. Potential paths may include field technician, turbine technician or aviation mechanic.77
For 18 months, students learn to maintain, diagnose and repair different aircraft and powerplant components through courses that include Turbine Designs & Operations, Assembly & Rigging, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, and more.
Experienced instructors lead the curriculum in an environment like those seen in the field to help ensure students receive industry-aligned training.
(Program coming to UTI Miramar pending FAA approval.)
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Learn about the trade of welding and unlock new opportunities. UTI Miramar’s Welding training program near Pembroke Pines is complete with experienced instructors, state-of-the-industry labs equipped with up-to-date technology, and course material relevant to the current field. Click below to request more info online, and we’ll connect you with an Admissions Representative!