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, multiple welding processes, welding terminology, metal and tool identification, and much more. This class places a heavy emphasis on professional skills and job placement using the help from industry partners of the program.
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 JTED enrollment)
- JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the sessions
- Parents/Guardians complete JTED enrollment
- Students complete PCC Onboarding requirements
- Apply to PCC
- Attend JTED & PCC Orientation before classes start in August
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.
- Student earns college credit while in the program.
Direct Employment
- Welder
- Cutter
- Fabricator
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Ironworker
- Boilermaker
- Fabricator
- Welding Instructor
Locations
JTED @ The Bridges
3300 S. Park Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Mondays and Wednesdays 3:45 – 7 p.m. and one mandatory Saturday per month 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:45-7 p.m. and one mandatory 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 @ The Bridges
- Semester 1:
- SMAW (Stick Welding), Safety and Liability, Professional Skills, Electrical Circuits and Metallurgy
- Semester 2:
- GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), GTAW (TIG), Mock Job Interview with Industry Partners, Professional Skills, Safety, “Business Week”
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) D1.1
- OSHA 10
- Stop The Bleed
JTED @ Pima Community College
- American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 FCAW-G 3G 4G
Credits
JTED @ The Bridges
- 2/Year
JTED @ Pima Community College
- 1/Year
Instructor
JTED @ The Bridges
- Nick Castellini
More Information
Supplies
- Welding jacket (provided)
- Welding gloves (provided)
- Welding hood (provided but suggested purchase)
Uniform
- JTED program t-shirt (JTED @ The Bridges Only)
- Closed-toe leather 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
