Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder certificate program at South Texas College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered by this public institution in McAllen, TX. Aligned with CIP code 48.0508 in the welding technology field, the program provides training in various welding processes including shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, and flux-cored arc welding, along with blueprint reading, weld inspection, and metal fabrication techniques used in manufacturing and construction industries.

This program is part of South Texas College's broader technical and trades certificate offerings, which also include Baking and Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Construction Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, and Drafting and Design Technology. Students in the Welding Technology program can expect hands-on shop training focused on weld quality, safety practices, and the production welding skills required for employment in structural, pipe, and industrial welding roles.