Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder program at Western Technical College is a one- to two-year certificate program at this public institution in La Crosse, WI. The program covers core welding processes including MIG, TIG, and stick welding, along with blueprint reading and metal fabrication techniques relevant to manufacturing and construction careers.

Falling within the welding technology field (CIP 48.0508), this program is part of a broad technical training catalog at Western Technical College. Related programs at the school include Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician (certificate, one to two years), Biomedical Technology/Technician (certificate, two to four years), Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians (certificate, two to four years), and Computer Support Specialist at both certificate levels. Students develop hands-on skills applicable to entry-level welding and fabrication positions across a range of industries.