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