Universal Technical Institute’s welding school near Frisco provides students with the opportunity to gain practical training in labs outfitted with industry-standard equipment. After completing the 36-week program at our Irving, TX, welding school, students are prepared to apply for entry-level welding jobs!1
WELDING TRAINING NEAR FRISCO, 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)
Students have numerous opportunities to hone their trade aptitude, math and science reasoning ability and more. They should continually develop traits like constant curiosity, dependability and dedication to be successful welders! 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-1)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW-1)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW-2)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW-2)
- 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 FRISCO, 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 FRISCO, TX
Most of our welding school grads start out prepared to work 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 Frisco, contact our Career Services team.1
DIRECTIONS FROM FRISCO, TX, TO UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Follow these steps to get to UTI’s welding school, which is located in Irving:
- Get on Dallas North Tollway South from Parkwood Boulevard. (2 miles)
- Head west on Main Street toward Fifth Street. (79 feet)
- Turn left at the first cross street onto Fifth Street. (0.3 miles)
- Continue onto Parkwood Boulevard. (1.0 miles)
- Turn right onto Stonebrook Parkway. (0.3 miles)
- Use the left lane to turn left onto Dallas Parkway. (0.2 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto Dallas North Tollway South. (0.3 miles)
- Take Sam Rayburn Tollway and TX-121 South to South Royal Lane in Coppell. Take Exit 35 from I-635 East. (20.7 miles)
- Merge onto Dallas North Tollway South. (1.9 miles)
- Take the exit onto Sam Rayburn Tollway. (9.2 miles)
- Continue onto TX-121/Sam Rayburn Tollway. (1.5 miles)
- Continue onto Sam Rayburn Tollway. (3.4 miles)
- Continue onto TX-121 South. (2.9 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
| Housing
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PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Automotive Mechanic Training Near Frisco, TX
Students can receive hands-on training and develop their capabilities in UTI Dallas/Fort Worth's 51-week Automotive Technology program.18,7 Graduates earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.
Diesel Mechanic Training Near Frisco, TX
UTI Dallas/Fort Worth's Diesel Technology students learn important skills in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining diesel technology over the course of 45 weeks.7 Graduates earn diplomas. After completing the core Diesel program, students can apply for the Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) program offered at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth. This specialized program provides brand-specific training with Peterbilt, an industry leader.15
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
UTI Dallas/Fort Worth teams with Collegiate Housing Services (CHS) to assist students with locating affordable shared or individual housing near campus. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Career Services
At UTI, our local Career Advisors at each campus are there to help students find part-time work to help supplement their income while in school.1 Contact Career Services for more information.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid office helps students fill out their FAFSA to determine if they are eligible for grants, scholarships or loans to help pay for welding school tuition10 Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.
ATTEND WELDING SCHOOL NEAR FRISCO, TX
Motivated to learn in-demand welding skills? Sign up for industry-standard training at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth near Frisco, Texas! For more details, call an Admissions Representative at 1-800-834-7308 or click the link below.