Welding & Metal Fabrication
Overview
The Welding & Metal Fabrication Technology program covers a very diverse area in which the students are trained on shielded metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, oxy-acetylene/cutting, and welding and brazing processes. Students also study emerging technologies such as glass and plastic welding. Theory includes the aspects related to safety in today’s welding facilities as well as welding symbols and blueprint usage. There are also opportunities for students to use their new skills in creative ways.
Possible Certifications
FCAW 3G D1.1 Code
OSHA Certification
Fork Lift Operator
SMAW 3G 7018 D1.1 Code
Potential Career Opportunities
What to Expect
This is a standalone program that does not rotate with any other programs. Students accepted into it will take Welding & Metal Fabrication courses during all four years at York Tech, with the exception being students who participate in a co-op opportunity during their senior year.
Uniform
Students at York Tech are required to wear a uniform at all times. While in their shop classes, they must wear the uniform designated by the program instructor. At all other times, students may wear their shop uniform OR York Tech apparel, which is sold through the School Store and the Fan Shop. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.
The specific uniform requirements for Welding & Metal Fabrication can be viewed below. All items that are hyperlinked must be purchased from the online store associated with the link. Items not hyperlinked may be purchased from any retailer, unless noted otherwise.
Required Items
Shop classes
Solid blue or black jeans, khakis, or Dickies
Black or brown high-top work boots
Must have leather uppers, hard soles, and steel tips
1/4" round-style soap stone holder
Mig welper diagonal pliers
12' tape measure
11R vice grips
Academic classes
Shop uniform, York Tech apparel, or Fan Shop apparel*
Pants or trousers
Optional Items
Clear or mesh backpack
*Some items sold in the Fan Shop, such as hats, may not be worn during school. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.