Structural Welder

If you are interested in an evening option, please visit our life-long learning classes to learn more about Welding for Skill Advancement or contact the Career Planning Center at 405.717.4900.

Students will heighten their skill level as a Structural Welder. Application of advanced welding techniques in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), pipe and fabrication are used to build, assemble and repair metal projects.

Licensure / Certifications

6G Oklahoma Department of Labor Certified Welder

*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.

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At A Glance

Open To

High School Juniors and Seniors, and Adults

Campus

Danforth, Portland, Reno

Total Hours Required

900

Length

Full-time: 8 months of instruction

Part-time: 16 months of instruction

Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Two sessions: 7:55 am - 11:00 am and 12:30 pm - 3:35 pm, Monday - Friday

High school students and part-time adults enroll in either the AM or PM session. Full-time adult students enroll in both sessions.

Starting August 2025, the Danforth Campus will offer Welding

Courses

Advanced Standing Credit from Welding I 450 hours
Pipe & Fabrication 265 hours
Workforce Staging 45 hours
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 140 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

Licensure / Certifications

6G Oklahoma Department of Labor Certified Welder

Supplies

Hood, Cap, Shirt, and Gloves provided by FT
Leather Safety Shoes and Pants - $40.00-$100.00

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

$13.00-$25.00 (average = $16.14)

per hour

Pass Rate

75%

Pass Rate

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Welding Shops, Structural Fabrication Companies, Pipelines, Trailer Manufacturers, Refineries, Power Plants

Related Majors

Welding I