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Spark a Rewarding Career with Centura College’s Combination Welding Program
Are you ready to ignite your welding career? Centura College’s Combination Welding program is your gateway to a rewarding future in metal fabrication and repair. Our comprehensive training equips you with the skills needed to excel in welding, a profession in high demand across diverse industries. Join us to explore the benefits of a welding career, the skills you’ll acquire, and the exciting opportunities that await.
- Diploma
- Program length: 8 months
- Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Night courses: between 4:30pm – 10:30pm
Become a combination welder
Benefits of Welding as a Career: Unlock a World of Possibilities
Embark on a versatile career in welding, a profession integral to manufacturing, shipbuilding, construction, and aerospace. Centura College’s curriculum prepares you with hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of various welding techniques, opening doors to a world of opportunities.
Master the Art of Welding Techniques: Hands-On Learning for Success
Our Combination Welding program hones your expertise in:
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
You’ll also master blueprint reading, welding machinery maintenance, and safety practices.
Success Stories
“There’s always going to be a demand for a welder somewhere…It’s a skilled-based process, it’s gotta be hands on. These students get probably 85% of lab time.”
– Jerome Dendler, Welding Coordinator
Program Duration and Content: Your Roadmap to Welding Excellence
Fundamentals of Modern Welding
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Overhead)
Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Core Arc Welding
Special Cutting and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Fundamentals of Modern Welding
- Welding safety procedures
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal grinding techniques
- Equipment setup and maintenance
- Oxyacetylene and propane handling
- Understanding electrical aspects of welding equipment
- Personal development skills
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Overhead)
- Overhead SMAW techniques
- Vertical tack welding
- Bend test procedures
- AWS qualification preparation
Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Core Arc Welding
- GMAW and FCAW techniques
- Welding in various positions
- Wire feeding welder operation
- Electrode wire material selection
Special Cutting and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- GTAW (TIG) welding techniques
- Corner and edge joint welding
- Cutting techniques: CAC, PAC, SMAC
Financial Aid: Your Ticket to Affordable Education
At Centura College, we understand that money can be a big concern when it comes to getting an education. But, we’ve got your back! We offer financial assistance programs for eligible students.
Before you take that next step of enrolling, we strongly recommend first scheduling a meeting with one of our friendly Financial Aid Advisors. They’re here to make your life easier by guiding you through all the different financial aid options available. They’ll break it all down for you, so you’ll have a clear idea of what’s what. Plus, they’ll lend a hand in filling out your applications.
Career Support: Navigating Your Path to Success
At Centura College, we’ve got your back even after you graduate, thanks to our thorough job placement support.
Our Career Services Department is here to lend a hand to all our students, graduates, and alumni. The department provides services like resume writing, polishing up your interviewing skills, and guiding you through your job searching.
Explore Centura Newport News Campus: Where Your Dreams Take Shape
The Combination Welding program is offered at our campus in Newport News, Virginia. The campus boasts a 32,000-square-foot facility with state-of-the-art amenities, including Wi-Fi, computer labs, lecture halls, and specialized labs for massage therapy and HVAC training. Centura College has a rich history of career training since 1969, committed to providing students with top-notch facilities and support.
Enroll with Ease: How to Begin Your Welding Journey
Starting your journey at Centura College is simple.
*Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed.
Program Requirements: Your Checklist for Entry into Welding
Students enrolling in the Combination Welding program need to meet the following requirements:
- Be 18 or older or have an approved cosigner if under 18
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Have a government-issued photo ID such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport
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