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WELDING TRAINING NEAR DENTON, TX
UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s Welding Technology program provides hands-on welding training in four main arc welding processes:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
While enrolled, students can improve their manual dexterity, science and mathematical understanding and quick problem-solving skills. Welders should be curious, professional and determined to realize their training potential! Graduates earn diplomas.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
Students at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s welding school learn how to develop and refine their skills through 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 DENTON, TX
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 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 NEAR DENTON, TX
Most of our welding school grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles, including:
- Welder
- Welder fitter
- Fabrication welder
Over time, welders can advance their careers with experience and hard work. Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers available in the field:77
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Keep in mind — welding career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Denton, contact our Career Services team.1
DIRECTIONS FROM DENTON, TX, TO UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Follow these steps to get to UTI’s welding school, which is located in Irving:
- Get on I-35E South from South Bell Avenue and Dallas Drive. (2.5 miles)
- Head east on West Hickory Street toward North Locust Street. (0.3 miles)
- Turn right onto South Bell Avenue. (0.6 miles)
- Continue onto Dallas Drive. (1.3 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-35E South. (0.2 miles)
- Follow I-35E South to South Stemmons Freeway in Lewisville. Take Exit 450 from I-35 East South. (13.4 miles)
- Merge onto I-35E South. (6.3 miles)
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-35E South. (7.1 miles)
- Take Exit 450 toward TX-121 BUS/Lewisville. (443 feet)
- Get on TX-121 South in Dallas County from TX 121 BUS. (3.6 miles)
- Merge onto South Stemmons Freeway. (0.1 miles)
- Slight right to stay on South Stemmons Freeway. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto TX-121/TX 121 BUS/South State Highway 121. Continue to follow TX-121/TX 121 BUS. (3.1 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-121 South. (0.2 miles)
- Continue on TX-121 South to Coppell. Take Exit 35 from I-635 East. (4.3 miles)
- Merge onto TX-121 South. (2.5 miles)
- Take the I-635 East exit. (1.1 miles)
- Continue onto I-635 East. (0.4 miles)
- Take Exit 35 for Royal Lane. (0.3 miles)
- Continue on South Royal Lane to your destination in Irving. (0.9 miles)
- Turn right onto South Royal Lane. (0.4 miles)
- Turn left onto Regent Boulevard. (0.4 miles)
- Turn left. (404 feet)
- Turn left. (72 feet)
- Turn left. (141 feet)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH CAMPUS LOCATION
5151 Regent Boulevard
Irving, Texas 75063
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
972-505-2200 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Automotive Mechanic Training Near Denton, TX
The 51-week Automotive Technology program7 at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth offers students hands-on automotive training opportunities.18 Graduates from our automotive school earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.
Diesel Mechanic Training Near Denton, TX
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
By teaming with Collegiate Housing Services (CHS), UTI Dallas/Fort Worth has made it easier to help our vocational school students in their search for affordable shared or individual housing near campus. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Career Services
Every UTI campus has Career Advisors dedicated to helping students find part-time job opportunities to supplement their income while training. Contact Career Services for more information.
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid team assists students with filling out a FAFSA application to help them pay for welding school tuition. Conact our Financial Aid department for more information.10
ATTEND WELDING SCHOOL NEAR DENTON, TX
Get started on your welding training by enrolling at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth near Denton, Texas! Get more information by speaking with an Admissions Representative at 1-800-834-7308 or by clicking the link below.