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Welding

Welding

Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER

Pathway: Technical and Professional Studies

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Why Choose Welding at PPSC?

Do you want to work with your hands and build a stable career? Learn fundamental welding techniques and explore both industrial and creative applications through hands-on training. PPSC’s Welding program offers real-world experience with local internships, helping you build crucial skills that employers need. Whether you're starting your career or looking to advance, you'll be ready to work in fields like motor sports, fabrication, art and design, or automotive repair.

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Join us for an Information and Pre- Registration Event to meet Welding faculty, learn about the Welding program, and get support for your next steps, potentially including class registration.

Wednesday, March 4
1:30 - 2:30pm
Centennial Campus, A140

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what do ppsc welding students learn?

The welding instructors at PPSC are experts in their field, offering you real work scenarios and hands-on learning. As a PPSC Welding student, you will:  
  • Understand and apply essential welding safety practices 
  • Read and interpret industry-standard blueprints 
  • Master basic and advanced welding techniques 
  • Work with various materials and welding processes 
  • Create strong welds in different positions and thicknesses 
  • Gain hands-on experience with modern welding tools 
  • Learn ornamental ironwork and fabrication skills 
  • And more! 
Welding student in the classroom

What can you do with a welding degree from PPSC?

Welding is a challenging but rewarding career with opportunities across many industries. With your welding degree or certificate, you can pursue roles in: 
  • Motor sports welding 
  • Metal fabrication and repair 
  • Art and sculpture welding 
  • Pipe welding for construction 
  • General fabrication and manufacturing 
Graduates from PPSC’s Welding program have also gone on to study at other colleges and universities, including: 
  • UCCS 
  • CSU-Pueblo 
  • CSU-Fort Collins 
  • Colorado College 

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Welding Faculty Contact

Travis Lee
719-502-3126
Travis.Lee@pikespeak.edu

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