Industrial Welding Technology (Degree)

If you’re a problem solver who loves building things, or you’re exploring the trades, leveling up a hobby or dreaming of starting your own shop, RCC can help you gain the experience you need to succeed.

You can train at one of our two welding centers: Redwood Campus in Grants Pass or the High Tech Center on the Table Rock Campus in White City. Both are well-equipped workspaces designed to help you explore multiple career paths, level up your abilities, and even spark your entrepreneurial side. When you complete the program, you’ll be prepared to test for American Welding Society (AWS) certification, opening the door to higher paying, in-demand jobs.

Program Highlights

In this two-year degree program, you get hands-on practice in each welding process and learn how it’s used in real-world projects. You’ll learn how to cut and fabricate steel, aluminum and stainless steel from start to finish — layout, setup, welding and final inspection.

• Get hands-on experience with professional tools and equipment.
• Learn from instructors with industry experience.
• Get ready for certification or licensing exams.
• Save time and money with Credit for Prior Learning based on what you already know.

In our labs, you’ll have access to serious equipment:

• Multi-process welders.
• 100-ton press brake.
• Hydraulic rollers.
• Forming and shearing machines.
• CNC plasma cutter and full sheet metal forming tools.

Self-paced and relaxed program: 

• Learn at your own pace while building skills valued by employers.
• Explore new ideas, solve problems and think like a creator—or even a future business owner.
• Train on your schedule with our open-access lab model.

Related Programs

• GTAW Welder Career Pathway
• SMAW Welder Career Pathway
• Welder’s Helper Career Pathway
• Wire Welder Career Pathway
• Industrial Welding Technology Certificate