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Do you want a career that lets you work with your hands? The Welding Technology courses provide training in the field of commercial and industrial welding and fabrication. Students enrolled in Welding Technology courses will receive both the theoretical technical knowledge and the hands-on skills that will prepare them for a career in welding.

A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the Welding Technology Program. The certificate program does not satisfy A.A. or A.S. degree requirements, but does qualify students for certificates in the chosen field of study.

The Welding Technology Skills Certificate Program is designed to qualify students for specialized skills in the commercial and industrial welding field. The Skills Certificates are intended to enhance the skill proficiency of those already employed in the vocation of welding and metal fabrication.

The Sierra College Welding Technology Program continues to excel! Sierra College is proud to have the largest and most active AWS (American Welding Society) Student Chapter in Northern CA and the Welding Technology Department has been able to doubled the course offerings in the last two years.

Welding Technology

A.A. or A.S. Degree and/or Certificate

This degree will give you all the background knowledge you’ll need for a career in welding. Everything from exploring metals to technical drafting is available in our coursework. This is an ideal program if you plan to transfer to a university later

Welding Gainful Employment Information

With this certificate, you will become versed in all of the skills needed to get a successful career in welding. Get certified and apply what you have learned to gain an entry-level position. We will equip you with the knowledge you need to get into the workforce quickly.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Welders
51-4121.00
Cutters
51-4121.06
Solderers
51-4121.07
Brazing Machine Setters
51-4122.00
CIPC Code 480508
Semester Units Required 23.5
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 12
Estimated Total Fees $890
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $1,739
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $6,700
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Certificates

If you are looking for a certain type of career in welding, then the Welding Technology Skills Certificate Program is for you. The Skills Certificates will also upgrade your skills if you are in already employed in the field of welding and metal fabrication.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Skills Gainful Employment Information

This certificate focuses on Structural Steel Plate as well as Pipe Welding Carbon Steel applications.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Welders
51-4121.00
Cutters
51-4121.06
Solderers
51-4121.07
Brazing Machine Setters
51-4122.00
CIPC Code 480508
Semester Units Required 9.5
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 6
Estimated Total Fees $364
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $703
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $3,350
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Gas Metal Arc Welding Skills Gainful Employment Information

With this certificate, you will learn about how to use solid wires on carbon steel and aluminum with multiple types of metal transfer modes. We also cover Flux Core wire processes, both gas and self-shielded.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Welders
51-4121.00
Cutters
51-4121.06
Solderers
51-4121.07
Brazing Machine Setters
51-4122.00
CIPC Code 480508
Semester Units Required 10
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 6
Estimated Total Fees $382
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $740
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $3,350
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Skills Gainful Employment Information

This coursework will certify you for working one of the newest welding methods used by manufacturers. You will learn to weld a broad range of metals, focusing of sheet thickness, and learning to apply your skills in a practical setting.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Welders
51-4121.00
Cutters
51-4121.06
Solderers
51-4121.07
Brazing Machine Setters
51-4122.00
CIPC Code 480508
Semester Units Required 10
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 6
Estimated Total Fees $382
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $740
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $3,350
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Metal Fabricator and Designer Skills Gainful Employment Information

The courses in Metal Fabricator and Designer will provide you with basic welding knowledge, focusing on industry or artistic use. Learn valuable trade skills in a wide array on welding fields, as well as in metal fabrication.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Industrial Engineering Techs
17-3026.00
CIPC Code 150613
Semester Units Required 15
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 12
Estimated Total Fees $584
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $1,110
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $6,700
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Welding Entrepreneurship Skills Gainful Employment Information

This skills certificate is designed to prepare students wanting to open their own welding or welding related business. Completion of this skills certificate provides students with basic skills in welding technology and small business management.
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Welders
51-4121.00
Cutters
51-4121.06
Solderers
51-4121.07
Brazing Machine Setters
51-4122.00
CIPC Code 480508
Semester Units Required 13
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 12
Estimated Total Fees $512
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $962
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $6,700
Students Completing the Program 2009-10* *
On-Time Completion Count* *
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* *
Median Loan Amount* *
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Contact

  • H 6 A
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677
  • M-Th: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    F: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Contact Staff

Scott Berry Instructor, Program Specialist, Metals

  • H 6G
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677

Emmanuel Ezenwa Part-time Instructor, Welding Technology

  • LR 113
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677

Robert Purvis Part-time Instructor, Welding Technology

  • LR 113
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677

William Wenzel Instructor, Welding Technology

  • H 6 A
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677

Roger Zumalt Part-time Instructor, Welding Technology

  • LR 113
  • 5000 Rocklin Rd.
    Rocklin, CA 95677

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