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Greater Lowell Technical High School

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Metal Fabrication & Joining

Students learn to create products for the metal manufacturing industry using sheet metal and welding techniques.  From precision sheet metal work to welding manufacturing and construction, students gain a solid background in a high demand industry.

Highlights
Drafting and layout
Blueprint reading
Safety procedures
Use of hand and power tools
Use of manual equipment
Related math
On-the-job experience

Career Opportunities in Metal Fabrication
Entry Level Occupations

  • Apprentice Fabricator
  • Arc Welder (all phases)
  • Tungsten Inert Gas Welder
  • Iron Worker
  • Oxy. Acet. Welder and Cutter
  • Press Brake Operator
  • Punch Press Operator
  • Shear Operator
  • Sheet Metal Worker
  • Apprentice Supervisor

With Experience and/or Advanced Training

  • Factory Representative
  • Heating & Ventilating Air Conditioning Spec.
  • Metal Fabrication Teacher
  • Precision Sheet Metal Inspector
  • Precision Sheet Metal Model Maker
  • Project Estimator
  • Shop Owner
  • Welding Engineer
  • Welding Inspector

Related Occupations

  • Drill Press Operator
  • Factory Bench Hand
  • Grinder
  • Salvage Yard Person
  • Spot Welder
  • Stock Handler
  • Welding Supply Delivery Person
  • Welding Supply Store Clerk