The welder is much more than a man or a woman with a torch and a mask. The modern welder is knowledgeable about metallurgy, blueprint-reading, safety and technology. In short, he or she is an indispensable member of any construction team. Welding is a precision craft that demands concentration and training. If you're interested in a career in welding, South Puget Sound Community College is committed to providing you the best training available.
Welders are also qualified to braze, solder, and use the cutting torch, both manual and automatic.
South Puget Sound Community College's welding program provides the necessary skills to be employed as a welder in the building trades, shipbuilding, bridge construction, metal fabrication, and maintenance repair work. You'll learn how to weld on all types of materials, in all position. You'll learn manual and automatic cutting, using oxy-acetylene, arc, gas tungsten arc, dual shield and metallic inert gas welding. Every facet of safety and equipment use will be covered. You'll work on cast iron, steel and aluminum in every available shape, thickness and size.