WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Fabrication parts together by means of heat, pressure or both forming a join as the parts cool. Welding is usually used on metals and thermoplastics but can also be used on wood.
GRADE: 11 & 12 | DUAL CREDIT OPTION
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A trained welder has many opportunities in Northwest Indiana for a rewarding career in industry, construction, small job shops, or self-employment. You’ll learn how to join metal parts by using a heating process during the course of this program. The experienced welder makes excellent wages, but must be willing to work under conditions that often require strenuous physical activity. Just remember, at the completion of this program, you’ll be ready for employment.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
- Vincennes University
- Ball State University
- Apprentice Schools
- Ivy Tech Community College
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Certified Welder
- Job Shop Welder
- Steelworker
Apprenticeships - And Many More…
INSTRUCTOR
KATIE WILSON
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Katie Wilson is one of our two full time welding faculty. She is a former Ivy Tech Student and went through our program here at the Valparaiso campus and earned qualifications in all three processes. She then began welding in the aerospace industry and spent almost 4 years in that field. In August of 2022 Katie joined the Ivy Tech team as an adjunct instructor working with our highschoolers and joined us full time in January of 2023. She now instructs highschoolers and traditional students alike.
MARK ANTRIM
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mr. Antrim has worked in the welding and machining industry for over 25 years. Going through the ivy tech welding program himself, has given Mark the knowledge of what students are looking for in an instructor. His specialties are in cast aluminum repair, thin sheet metal and fabrication. Outside of work his hobbies include cars and even has a side business as a consultant when automotive shops need the extra help.
