If you are independent, creative and have good eye-hand coordination, Welding Technology may be the program for you. In this application-based program, students learn the basic skills of oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal and flux cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding and more. This program educates students in blueprint reading, shop math, layout and fit-up, and fabrication of a wide variety of projects. Welders are in high demand across many industries. Apprentices are needed in sheet metal, ironworking, pipefitting and boiler making. The program is also a good introduction for students interested in mechanical engineering.