WELDING TRAINING NEAR GARLAND, 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 are taught to hone their technical aptitude, science and math reasoning, and quick problem-solving abilities. Curiosity, expertise and determination are also important traits for successful welders! Graduates receive 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 GARLAND
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 GARLAND
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 that welding career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Garland, contact our Career Services team.
DIRECTIONS FROM GARLAND TO UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Follow these steps to get to UTI’s welding school, which is located in Irving:
- Get on I-635 West in Dallas from West Avenue B, Forest Lane and Skillman Street (5.1 miles)
- Head west on Main Street toward South Seventh Street (417 feet)
- Turn left onto South Glenbrook Drive (0.1 miles)
- Turn right onto West Avenue B (1.0 miles)
- Continue onto Forest Lane (2.9 miles)
- Continue straight onto Skillman Street (0.9 miles)
- Turn right to merge onto I-635 West (0.2 miles)
- Follow I-635 West to Freeport Parkway in Coppell. Take Exit 34 from I-635 West (18.1 miles)
- Merge onto I-635 West (17.9 miles)
- Take Exit 34 for Freeport Parkway (0.2 miles)
- Keep right at the fork and merge onto Freeport Parkway (125 feet)
- Follow Freeport Parkway and Regent Boulevard to your destination in Irving (1.1 miles)
- Merge onto Freeport Parkway (0.5 miles)
- Turn right onto Regent Boulevard (0.2 miles)
- Continue straight to stay on Regent Boulevard (0.1 miles)
- Continue straight to stay on Regent Boulevard (0.2 miles)
- Turn right (69 feet)
- Turn left (62 feet)
- Turn right (72 feet)
- Turn left (141 feet)
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 Garland
Those enrolled in the 51-week Automotive Technology program at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth can practice important automotive technician skills.7 Graduates from our automotive school earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.
Diesel Mechanic Training Near Garland
Students learn how to` diagnose, repair and maintain diesel technology in UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s 45-week Diesel Technology program.7 Graduates obtain diplomas.
After completing the core diesel program, students can apply for UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) program with industry leader Peterbilt.15
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
Career Services
UTI has Career Advisors on each campus who can help students find part-time jobs to supplement their income while they’re in school. Contact Career Services for more information.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid staff is committed to helping students complete their FAFSA to determine whether they qualify for financial aid to help pay their trade school tuition.10 UTI is also making more than $15 million in scholarships and grants available this year to those who qualify!
ATTEND WELDING SCHOOL NEAR GARLAND, TX
Realize your potential as a welder by enrolling at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth near Garland, Texas. Get in touch with an Admissions Representative by calling 1-800-834-7308 or click the link below!