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Are you ready to start a career in welding and live in the Jacksonville metro area? You have options to learn the trade. Many trade professionals will start as apprentices, but it is important to note that there are better paths to learning welding.
How to Learn Welding in Jacksonville
In Jacksonville, Tulsa Welding School is a great place to learn how to weld. We have an accredited program and industry-experienced instructors that offer guidance throughout the educational process. Getting a formal education in welding is a great way to build confidence in yourself. It is also a great way to show Jacksonville area employers you have the knowledge and skills to perform quality welding techniques.
Why Get a Formal Education in Welding?
There are many reasons to get a formal education in welding before starting an apprenticeship. These reasons include:
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During the Welding Specialist program at Tulsa Welding School, you learn the proper techniques for welding in different positions and with industry standard equipment. You learn about MIG, TIG, FCAW, and GMAW welding and appropriate safety protocols and gear that keep you safe while on the job.
The program starts with a class in welding fundamentals. This class teaches you plasma cutting, carbon arc gouging procedures, the arc welding process, and the basic layout of construction drawings. The next class focuses on GMAW and FCAW welding processes. Then, you will be introduced to structural and basic pipe welding, finishing with advanced pipe welding training. The program ends with a welding capstone to apply the skills you learned in the previous courses while transitioning from the classroom to an apprenticeship.
Hands-on Experience
At Tulsa Welding School, you get plenty of hands-on experience in real-world scenarios and with virtual reality. OccuWeld1 is a great way to learn welding without making mistakes that can be catastrophic. With virtual reality, you get real world experience and work in a safe environment. Instructors guide you during in-person and virtual welding with direct feedback. You can ask questions and get instant feedback, so you learn the proper welding technique the first time.
Career Services
Many employers are looking for welders in the Jacksonville area. Tulsa Welding School has strong ties with the community and introduces graduates to employers looking for work-ready welders. We help match you with employers that fit your skillset and passion for welding.
Certification
At the end of the Welding Specialist program at our Jacksonville campus, you are prepared to take the American Welding Society (AWS)2 certification to prove to employers that you have the knowledge and skills to perform quality welds.
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The Professional Welder program at Tulsa Welding School’s Jacksonville campus starts by helping you know what it’s like to be a welder in interactive workshop courses and welding booths. You’ll be trained in structural, flux core, and pipe welding in as little as seven months. You’ll also be prepared to excel in job interviews and welding tests for various certifications.
Read about the types of welding careers you can pursue with your skills. Ready to start a Professional Welding program? Contact us today about our welding certification preparation program.
