Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder certificate program at Bates Technical College is a 2- to 4-year certificate offered by this public institution in Tacoma, WA. The program falls within the welding technology field (CIP 48.0508) and covers core competencies in arc welding, MIG, TIG, and other welding processes used across manufacturing and construction industries.

Bates Technical College offers a range of related technical programs, including Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, and Barbering/Barber certificates. Students in this welding program can expect instruction in blueprint reading, metal fabrication, safety practices, and industry certification preparation.