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Applied Welding Technology
Applied Welding Technology
Program Overview
Ignite your passion with a career in Welding! Tri County Tech offers four hands-on programs where you can learn various welding techniques and procedures, giving you a masterful touch in this highly valued craft. Programs focus on techniques such as arc welding (SMAW), gas metal (GMAW) & tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and oxy-fuel cutting.
Take the first steps to becoming a shop supervisor by learning proper shop organization and blueprint reading. Our programs will help you earn a certification in Stick, TIG, and MIG welding, allowing higher starting pay and a headstart to a fiery career!
“Tri County Tech has opened up a whole new world of opportunity for me.” – JD
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Application Deadline
The application deadline is TWO WEEKS before the program starts.
Program Schedule
Weld01: Gas Metal Arc Welding
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Time |
| 07.15.2024 – 09.30.2024 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
Weld01: Gas Metal Arc Welding
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 01.08.2025 – 04.07.2025 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
Weld02a: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Part 1
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 10.02.2024 – 12.18.2024 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
Weld02a: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Part 1
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 04.09.2025 – 06.30.2025 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
Weld02b: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Part 2
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 01.08.2025 – 04.07.2025 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
| *Welding Part 1 required |
Weld03: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (Advanced)
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 04.09.2025 – 06.30.2025 | Monday, Wednesday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Program Length | Program Instructor | Program Cost |
| 88 Total Hours | Brodie Thomas | $749 |
Career Opportunities
| MIG Welder |
| TIG Welder |
| Burner |
| General Welder |
| Stick Welder |
| Welder Helper |
College Credit
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University and Tri County Tech are both committed to providing high-quality educational programs to their respective constituencies. To learn about college credit opportunities, visit below or OKWU.edu. |
Certifications
| Oklahoma State Steam Card |
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available through the Tri County Tech Foundation for Full Time & Flex programs. After you are accepted into a program, you will receive a financial assistance application. The form must be filled out and turned in with the most recent two months of pay stubs for every working member of your household.
Our main goal for financial assistance at Tri County Tech is to assist financially disadvantaged students who would be unable to get the education they deserve. Assistance consists of grants, scholarships, and employment. An individual might participate in one or more resources, depending upon eligibility and need.
We do not accept funds from FAFSA or PELL.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us!
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Get in touch with Tri County Tech’s enrollment team. You can request more information about a program or financial assistance; ask away!
