This program explores the basic skills used in metalworking, manufacturing and industrial production. Students will learn basic safety techniques, sheet metal work, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting, multiple welding processes, welding terminology, metal and tool identification, and much more.
If you choose to take this course through JTED @ Pima Community College you will learn the shielded metal arc welding skills and processes used in construction or other field welding applications. Prepare for positions in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and flux core arc welding (FCAW).
Eligibility
JTED @ The Bridges
- Grade 12
JTED @ Pima Community College
- Year 1:
- Grade 11
- Year 2:
- Successful completion of WLD110
Other Requirements
JTED @ Pima Community College
- Students are required to attend an Information Session in the Spring semester (prior to Onboarding)
- JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the two sessions
- Parents/Guardians complete JTED enrollment
- Students complete PCC Onboarding requirements
- Apply to PCC
- Attend JTED & PCC
- Upload Verification of Lawful Presence via MyPima
Number of Years to Complete
- JTED @ The Bridges
- 1 year to complete
- JTED @ Pima Community College
- 2 years to complete
Things to Consider
JTED @ The Bridges
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs
- Physically able to stand for long periods of time
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work outdoors in all seasons
- Enjoy working with your hands
JTED @ Pima Community College
- In this program high school students complete the Basic Welding college certificate at Pima Community College.
- Students provide their own transportation to the downtown campus.
- Your grades for this course will impact your college GPA as well as your high school GPA.
- JTED pays for the college tuition for this program.
- Student earns college credit while in the program.
Direct Employment
- Welder
- Cutter
- Solderer
- Brazer
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Ironworker
- Boilermaker
- Welding Instructor
Locations
JTED @ The Bridges
3300 S. Park Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Mondays and Wednesdays 3:45 – 7 p.m. and one Saturday per month 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
JTED @ Pima Community College (Downtown)
1255 North Stone Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Classes are scheduled per semester
- 2 evenings per week, dates and times to be determined
Program Completion/Sequence
Year 1
JTED @ Pima Community College
- Fall
- WLD110 – Basic Arc and Oxyacetylene
- Spring
- WLD115 – Blueprint Reading & Estimates
Year 2
JTED @ Pima Community College
- Fall
- WLD261 – Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Spring
- GTM105 – Applied Technical Math
- STU100 – Student College Success
Certification
JTED @ The Bridges
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- OSHA 10
JTED @ Pima Community College
- American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 Structural Steel Certification in SMAW 2F
- American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 Structural Steel Certification in SMAW 3G, 4G
Credits
JTED @ The Bridges
- 2/Year
JTED @ Pima Community College
- 1/Year
More Information
Supplies
- Welding cap
- Welding gloves
Uniform
- JTED program t-shirt (JTED @ The Bridges Only)
- Closed-toe shoes (not required to be steel toe boot)
- Non-synthetic clothing
Beneficial Classes to Take in High School
Academic Classes
- Mathematics
CTE Classes
- Construction
- Auto
- Precision Manufacturing
