Richard Marten
Division Chair, Industrial & Engineering Technology
rmarten@nctc.edu
(940)668-7731 ext. 4415
Forge Your Future: Become a Highly Skilled Welder with NCTC!
Are you ready for a career that’s in HIGH DEMAND? The welding industry is booming, and NCTC’s Welding Technology program will equip you with the skills employers are actively seeking! From building essential infrastructure to crafting stunning works of art, welders are the backbone of countless industries.
Imagine a career where you can:
- Work with diverse materials: Master the art of joining aluminum, stainless steel, and mild metals.
- Shape industries: Find opportunities in manufacturing, the fast-paced oil fields, innovative product design, and even the vital farming & ranching sectors.
- Earn while you learn: North Texas welders are currently earning $12 - $20+ per hour, with potential for significant growth based on experience and expertise.
- Be your own boss: Many welders leverage their skills to launch successful businesses specializing in exciting areas like underwater welding, custom decorative metalwork, or high-performance automotive fabrication!
The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Welding Technology program is designed to provide graduates with a comprehensive skillset, preparing them for immediate entry and long-term success in modern manufacturing and related industries. Upon completion of the program, graduates will demonstrate proficiency in the following technical and professional competencies:
Foundational Welding Skills & Processes:
- Safety Practices: Adherence to proper safety protocols and procedures in the workplace.
- Material Joining Expertise: Mastery of welding techniques applicable to aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel.
- Process Proficiency: Demonstrated competence in:
- Oxy-Fuel Welding & Cutting
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Blueprint Reading & Code Interpretation: Ability to accurately interpret welding blueprints and adhere to relevant industry codes.
- Metal Preparation: Proficient in utilizing cutting tools and preparing welding materials.
- Hand & Power Tool Operation: Safe and effective use of common metalworking hand and power tools.
- Joint Design & Preparation: Ability to design and prepare appropriate welding joints for various applications.
- Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Cored Arc Welding techniques and fabrication.
- Geometric Construction: Application of spatial reasoning skills in the accurate layout and construction of welded assemblies.
- Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding techniques and fabrication
- Advanced Design and Fabrication
- Work Ethic & Teamwork: Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and collaborative skills.
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Application of mechanical reasoning, form perception, and spatial relations to resolve welding challenges.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication appropriate for a professional welding environment.
Flexible Learning Options: Complete your degree in approximately two years with a blend of face-to-face, hybrid, and convenient online classes.
Don’t just find a job - forge a career! Contact NCTC today to learn more about the Welding Technology program and take the first step towards a bright future.
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