Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
One of Arizona’s three International Accredited Test Facility that offers welding certifications through the American Welding Society (AWS) on site. Students will learn basic skills in the SMAW, GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG) and OFC processes. During this course, students will weld in all positions and practice for AWS certifications. Using NCCER and AWS Sense curriculum student’s complete modules in each welding process and will perform Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ) in accordance with AWS standards. When students pass WPQ’s they will receive an internationally recognized AWS certification. Other program modules include: Shop safety, print reading, welding symbols, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), theory and fabrication. Graduates can work in a variety of welding industries such as; Mining, Ornamental iron, Structural steel, Shipbuilding, Pipe welding, Aerospace, Weld inspection and Sales. The EVIT welding department's primary goal is to align our program with industry and prepare students for entry level employment in the welding industry. Instructors are NCCER certified.
Details
Hours
360
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
1601 W. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85201
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Completion
Name of Credential
Welding Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
This Program Qualifies for VA Benefits; Affordable Payment Plans Available.
This is a clock hour program- students must maintain and follow attendance criteria.
Refund Policy
The full refund policy is posted in the EVIT Student Handbook available online at www.evit.com.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State/District Tuition
$5,550.00 360 clock hours
Other Fees
$680.00 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Safety Glasses (clear or dark) Jeans, All Leather Safety Toed Work Boots, Welding Helmet, Jacket, and Gloves. Wire Cutters, C Vise Grips, Tape Measure, Tri-Square, Wrenches, Screw Drivers, etc. 4 ½” Grinder, AWS membership fee, General Hand Tools, MIG & TIG Certifications Approx. $150.00 each
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$905.00 NCCER Membership Package & Text Books, Welding Consumables for SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG) & OFC (Oxy Fuel Cutting) processes, gasses, ID badge and Certification in SMAW (Stick).
Total In-State Program Cost
$7,135.00
