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TRAIN FOR A WELDING CAREER AT UTI HOUSTON
36 weeks
4 processes
ABOUT THE HOUSTON WELDING PROGRAM
With the Welding Technology program, you can train to become a skilled welder in less than 9 months.
Created in conjunction with industry leader Lincoln Electric, this training is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience valued by the industry.
WELDING TRAINING & CLASSES
As a welder-in-training at UTI Houston, you’ll learn MIG, TIG, stick and flux-cored welding processes. You’ll also learn how to weld in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions used for plate or sheet metal, and the fixed, rolling and overhead positions used for pipe. Welding courses in the program 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)
WHAT AN EMPLOYER HAS TO SAY ABOUT THE WELDING PROGRAM
WELDING DIPLOMA IN HOUSTON
Whenever completing any type of training, it’s important to consider the graduation documents you’ll receive.
As a welding graduate from UTI Houston, you’ll receive a diploma. This can help demonstrate a graduate’s commitment and skill level to prospective employers.
INDUSTRY-ALIGNED, HANDS-ON TRAINING
The Welding Technology program was created in collaboration with Lincoln Electric, a leader in the design, development and manufacturing of welding technology.
UTI’s close relationship with the brand gives students the opportunity to train on its state-of-the-industry technology in the lab. This includes VRTEX® virtual welders, which make it possible to develop your technique in a simulated environment.
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
As a graduate of UTI’s Welding program, you’ll be prepared to start a career as an entry-level welder. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with experience and hard work.77 Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:
- Welder
- Fabrication Welder
- Welder Fitter
Entry-level
- Inspector
- Quality Control
- Certified Welding Inspector
- Welding Project Manager
Advanced
Want more information on potential career paths? Check out our career guide.
45,000+
$48,940
ABOUT THE CAMPUS
The Houston campus is located near a variety of exciting attractions, including downtown Houston, NASA’s Johnson Space Center and Lake Conroe. It’s also conveniently located near IAH Airport.
CAMPUS LOCATION
721 Lockhaven Drive
Houston, Texas 77073
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
281-443-6262 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR ME
Our welding school in Houston proudly serves these surrounding communities: Galveston, Pearland, Sugar Land, Baytown, Spring, Conroe, The Woodlands, Pasadena, League City and Missouri City.