Welding Technology
‘Fusing’ knowledge with hands-on experience.
83% of the total program is spent in the lab! Students learn MIG welding, TIG welding, flux-cored arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting.
Completion Rate: 80%
Placement Rate: 87%
Median Income: $49k
Program Overview
Learn More About Our Accredited Welding Technology Program
Dixie Technical College’s Welding Technology program provides the hands-on skills and industry knowledge needed to become a confident, job ready welder. Whether you’re starting a new career or leveling up your trade experience, this program trains students in the core welding processes used in 99% of professional welding careers: MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Stick (SMAW), and Flux-Cored (FCAW).
Students also gain expertise in oxyfuel and plasma cutting, blueprint reading, metallurgy, and American Welding Society (AWS) standards—ensuring they’re fully prepared to pass AWS certification tests and meet employer expectations from day one.
As a student of this program, you will:
- Learn MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored Arc Welding techniques
- Understand welding metallurgy, joints, and positions
- Practice blueprint reading and welding symbols interpretation
- Master oxyfuel and plasma cutting safety and technique
- Gain experience in preparing materials for welds
- Train in compliance with American Welding Society (AWS) SENSE Level One standards
Attainable Certificates Include:
- Accredited Dixie Technical College Certificate
- AWS SENSE Level One Certificate
- Opportunities for additional AWS process and position certifications
This Program Prepares You for Careers Such As:
- Welder – Median Income $49k year, with top earners at $73k year.*
*Source: careeronestop.org
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$6,824.00
Scholarships and Grants Available
Program Length:
12 Months
Credit Hours
30
High School: Open to Seniors. Tuition is waived for high school students, however they are still responsible for course fees, textbooks and additional costs.
Upcoming Start Dates:
August 17, 2026 | 11:30am – 4:30pm | Mon – Thu
August 17, 2026 | 4:30pm – 9:30pm | Mon – Thu
January 11, 2027 | 6:30am – 11:30am | Mon – Thu
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Welding Technology
Program Description
In the Welding Technology certificate program, students receive hands-on safety, welding, and cutting instruction on a variety of metals. Instruction includes basic Oxy Fuel Cutting (OFC), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding
(FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and other thermal and mechanical cutting processes. Students also learn welding process-specific and welding shop safety practices, basic print reading, and the proper uses and applications of AWS welding symbols.
Attendance Standard: This program has a minimum attendance standard of 80%.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate welding safety on a daily basis.
- Use measurement systems, written and/or verbal instructions, and prints to complete welding projects.
- Use GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW to perform high-quality welds on various metals correctly.
- Use thermal cutting equipment to perform high-quality cuts on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Determine the correct welding and/or cutting process to use in specific applications.
Welding Technology Courses (30 Credit Hours)
TEWT 1010: Introduction to Welding and Cutting – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1300: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 1 – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1800: Welding Symbols and Print Reading – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1400: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)I – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1600: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)I – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1110: Measurement Systems – 1 credit hour
TEWT 1500: Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)I – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1310: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)II – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1610: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)II – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1320: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)III – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1410: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)II – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1620: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)III – 2 credit hours
TEWT 2452W: Career Success – 1 credit hour
TEWT 1510: Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)II – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1020C: Welding Fabrication – 2 credit hours
TEWT 1030C: Welder Qualifications – 2 credit hours
Accreditation
Dixie Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Accreditation by COE is viewed as a nationally-honored seal of excellence for occupational education institutions and denotes honesty and integrity. Information regarding accreditation may be obtained at:
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Telephone: 770-396-3898 Fax: 770-396-3790
council.org
Cost Overview
Tuition at Dixie Technical College Is Affordable
Tuition & Fees must be paid before registering for class unless a payment plan or other funding options have been approved and signed. Information is subject to change without notice.
Tuition is waived for High-School students, however they are still responsible for course fees and additional costs.
Tuition, fees and other costs are subject to change without notice.
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$6,824.00
Additional Costs:
$700 – Welding Toolkit (Campus Store)
Need help paying for college?
Learn about Scholarships and Grants and how to apply for Financial Aid by using the links below.
Cohort Start Dates
Upcoming Start Dates and Class Times for This Program
Program cohorts are open until filled. Once a cohort is filled, applicants will be considered for the next start date.
Program Length
12 Months
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Education Verification
Provide a copy of one of the following: High School Diploma, High School Transcript showing graduation date, GED, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree.
Testing Requirements
Each program has specific testing score requirements for admission. The scores are listed in the drop-down tabs below. You may be exempt from taking the Accuplacer Entrance Assessment if you provide proof of one or more of the following:
- Qualifying ACT or SAT scores (see drop-down tabs below)
- College coursework (MATH 900+ and ENGLISH 1000+) with a grade of B- or higher
- An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree
If you do not meet one of the above criteria, click here to schedule your Accuplacer Entrance Assessment.
Accuplacer Qualifying Scores:
Math – 235
Reading – 235
English – 235
ACT Qualifying Scores:
Math – 14
Reading – 14
English – 14
SAT Qualifying Scores:
Math – 350
ERW – 280
Proof of Valid Photo ID
Professional Goal Statement
Application Fee
$0 for all applicants.
Application Review
After successfully completing and submitting the above requirements, the College will perform an application review. Students will be emailed regarding their acceptance status.
To get started on these requirements begin an application.
What You Can Become
Welder
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Industry Expert Instructors
Our industry-leading instructors, equipped with years of experience and knowledge, are prepared to mentor and guide the next generation of Welding Technicians.
Rick Shields
Rick Shields grew up in St. George, and graduated from Pine View High School. After high school he went into the welding and custom fabrication industry full time. He has worked both locally and worldwide building anything from custom handrails to power plants and conveyor systems. In 2016, Rick started teaching welding in the Washington County School District. He joined the Dixie Tech team in January 2023.
Robbie Brooks
Robbie grew up in Kentucky, starting welding in high school and attending Eastside Center for Applied Technology in Lexington. After graduation, he gained diverse experience in construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and industrial maintenance, holding multiple weld certifications. Before moving to Utah, he spent 13 years as an Operations and Maintenance Technician at a power plant for Kentucky Utilities.
Dave Seely
Dave grew up working in his father’s shop building and repairing cars, motorcycles, and whatever else customers brought through the doors. At the shop he learned machining, welding, and accounting. He earned a degree in manufacturing engineering from BYU. Over the years he gained experience in the aerospace industry and optics before joining the Dixie Tech faculty in 2012.
Tony Lampo
Tony has over 12 years of welding experience, specializing in mining and mobile equipment welding. He has held various roles, including supervisory, fabrication, structural, and pipe welding, across the country in different mining sectors. In 2024, he joined the Dixie Tech faculty with a passion for teaching the next generation of welders.
Vic Reading
Vic has over 15 years of experience in the industry, and over 25 years of experience as a welding instructor. He has held certifications as a welder, fitter, ACWI(Associate Certified Welding Inspector), floor leadman, shop foreman, and project manager. Vic’s focus is helping students be prepared for the welding industry.
Dan Frey
Dan relocated to St. George in 2004 and has been running his own business since 2008. He is a graduate of the welding program at Dixie Tech and has experience in custom fabrication, trailer construction and repairs, and structural repairs. Dan is eager to share his expertise with the next generation of welders and looks forward to contributing to their professional growth.
Welding Technology Industry Partners
Dixie Technical College's OAC program collaborates closely with industry partners, ensuring that its curriculum remains highly relevant and applicable to the dynamic demands of the modern workplace.
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