Students learn contemporary metal joining, cutting and welding processes used in manufacturing and fabricating. They work with mild steel, aluminum and stainless, as well as other metals and their alloys. Throughout the program, students gain daily practical experiences in all welding and cutting processes.
Welding
Welding processes are studied and practiced. Many materials and processes are explained.
Mechanical Maintenance
Experience provides the skills needed to keep mechanical devices operating trouble free and some assembly and disassembly techniques.
Fabrication
Design and fabrication of projects (trailers, stoves and repairs).
Integrated Academic Credits Available: 1 credit of Math, 1 credit of Science and 1 credit of ELA over the course of the two year curriculum.
Industry Certification/Concurrent Enrollment Credit Options: Students can earn OSHA 10 General Construction Certification and New York State Department of Transportation Field Welder Certification upon completion of this course.
College Agreements: Advanced Welding Institute, SUNY Canton, SUNY Cobleskill, and Mohawk Valley Community College.
College Majors/Career Opportunities in this Field: CNC Operator, Tool and Die Maker, CAD Programmer, Welding Technician, Fabricator, Structural Welder, Maintenance Welder, Production Welder, Welding Inspector, Pipefitter/Steamfitter, HVAC Technician, Metal Sculptor, Underwater Welder, Boilermaker, Sheet Metal Worker, and Plumber.
Career & Technical Education Links
- CTE Programs
- Agricultural Studies Academy (Canton, NY)
- Northwest Tech Center (Ogdensburg, NY)
- Seaway Tech Center (Norwood, NY)
- Southwest Tech Center (Gouverneur, NY)