Welcome to the Ultimate Professional Pipe Welder Course!

24 Weeks, 960 Hours

Our comprehensive welding courses are tailored to both novice welders seeking a solid foundation and experienced welders aiming to refine their skills. With a carefully structured curriculum, expert instructors, and state-of-the-art facilities, these courses are your gateway to mastering the intricacies of pipe welding.

$29,995* Tuition
All the rod you can burn, all the pipe you can weld.

$5,800* Housing

Financial Aid

Why Choose Our Course?

Experienced Instructors

Learn from industry veterans who have years of practical experience in pipe welding.

Our welding courses provide the highest quality guidance and invaluable insights from instructors who bring a wealth of knowledge and hands-on expertise to the classroom.

Hands-on Learning

Theory lays the groundwork, but practice brings skills to perfection.

Our course places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, enabling you to translate theoretical concepts into practical applications in real-world settings.

Equipped with cutting-edge welding bays, we provide all the essential tools and materials you need to refine and perfect your welding skills.

Comprehensive Curriculum

From the basics of metallurgy and welding safety to advanced techniques like TIG and MIG welding, our curriculum covers it all.

You'll understand different pipe materials, welding codes, joint preparation, and much more.

Industry-Relevant Skills

Our welding course is designed to align with industry standards, ensuring that the skills you acquire are relevant and in high demand.

Upon completion, you'll be ready to tackle the challenges of pipe welding in various sectors, from construction to manufacturing.

Certification Opportunities

Stand out from the crowd with our certification program.

Earn recognized certifications that demonstrate your expertise and enhance your employability.

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Learn about grants, scholarships and financing opportunities.

We’re making a world-class welding education affordable for students regardless of financial background. 

Welding Course Modules

Whether you're a beginner looking to break into the world of welding or an experienced professional seeking to expand your skill set, the Ultimate Professional Pipe Welder Course is your ultimate destination. Join us and embark on a transformative learning experience that will open doors to exciting career opportunities.

Our comprehensive Welding Courses are designed to equip you with the expertise needed to excel in the industry. Enroll today and forge your path to becoming a master of pipe welding. Your future in welding awaits—and it starts with these courses.

Phase 1 – SMAW Structural Welder

Phase 1 – SMAW Structural Welder

No experience needed, show up and learn the basics. Entry-level welding students are provided a pack out that includes all the basic welding tools needed to complete the course. Students learn welding/shop safety, welding machine set up and operation, how to weld SMAW (shielded metal arc welding) fillets, full penetration v-groove welds, and oxy-fuel cutting procedures.

Duration:
5 Weeks; 200 Hours
Phase 2 – SMAW Pipe Welder

Phase 2 – SMAW Pipe Welder

Students learn how to weld pipe with SMAW on all sizes of pipe, from 6” to 2” in the booth and in the pipe rack simulator. Upon completion, students are certified to AWS specifications in accordance with ASME Section IX.

Duration:
7 Weeks; 280 Hours
Phase 3 – GTAW Pipe Welder

Phase 3 – GTAW Pipe Welder

This teaches Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/SMAW)COMBO welding on pipe. Students are provided all the GTAW welding tools needed (including TIG torch) to complete the course, however, tools that are not stated on their Welder III tool list must be purchased by the student. Students learn how to weld pipe with SMAW on all sizes of pipe, from 6” to 2” in the booth and in the pipe rack simulator. Upon completion, students are certified to AWS specifications in accordance with ASME Section IX.

Duration:
7 Weeks; 280 Hours
Phase 4 – Advanced SMAW DOWNHILL & GTAW STAINLESS Pipe Welding

Phase 4 – Advanced SMAW DOWNHILL & GTAW STAINLESS Pipe Welding

Students are provided with all the welding tools needed to complete the course, however, any other tools needed that are not stated on their Welder IV tool list must be purchased by the student. Students learn how to weld pipe with GTAW and SMAW on all sizes of pipe, from 24” to 2”. Upon completion, students are certified to AWS specifications in accordance with ASME section IX.

Duration:
5 Weeks, 200 Hours

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READY TO ENHANCE YOUR WELDING SKILLS?

ENROLL TODAY AND TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARDS BECOMING A CERTIFIED PIPE WELDER.

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