Why Consider Welding Fabrication Technician?
- These skills are in high demand across many industries, making you a valuable asset with extensive opportunities.
- Mastering shielded metal, gas metal, and gas tungsten arc welding (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW) as well as designing, cutting, bending, and machining expands your skillset and career opportunities.
- You’re interested in a career that allows you to see the skillful results of your hands-on work every day.
Why Learn at Lakeshore?
- This is a competency-based education (CBE) program offering flexible course delivery and scheduling.
- Start when it’s convenient for you, almost any month of the year.
- Lakeshore is an American Welding Society Accredited Test Facility, making certification testing convenient for you.
- Instructors have decades of combined experience in the field, teaching, and testing.
- Learn in our state-of-the-art facilities, including our KOHLER Center for Manufacturing Excellence.
What It Takes
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow blueprints and design drawings
- Interest in understanding materials used in your work
- Good math skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, standing, lying down, and handling materials
Lakeshore is an accredited test facility for the American Welding Society. Learn more about our testing facility.
*Welding program course content prepares students for numerous state and national certifications. None are required to complete the program; there are additional costs for testing/certification. The College does not guarantee its curriculum matches the requirements for preparation, examinations, or licensure for other states.
