Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder certificate program at Western Dakota Technical College is a one- to two-year certificate offered at this public institution in Rapid City, South Dakota. The program provides hands-on training in welding processes such as MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-core welding, along with blueprint reading, metal fabrication, and welding safety practices.

Classified under CIP code 48.0508 in the welding technology field, this program prepares students for entry-level welding positions in manufacturing, construction, and industrial settings. Western Dakota Technical College also offers programs in related trades including electrical work, plumbing, and industrial mechanics, as well as credentials in environmental engineering technology and computer systems networking. The school provides a range of vocational pathways for students in the Rapid City, South Dakota area.