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Combination Welder

Combination Welder

You will learn to:

  • Operate fire and electricity to design, dismantle and construct a wide range of metal products
  • Develop the confidence, work ethic, team cooperation, and stamina necessary for a career in fabrication
  • Utilize a wide range of welding processes to earn essential industry recognized certifications

Description

This program will teach students to do quality welding for a variety of construction and manufacturing jobs using multiple structural welding techniques. Instruction will cover welding theory and safety, fabrication, layout, print reading, symbols, math, welding codes, metal characteristics/properties and oxyfuel cutting. Students will learn to perform high quality welds in accordance with welding procedure specifications used in a variety of welding occupations. They will also gain an introduction to pipe welding skills, using SMAW, FCAW and GTAW techniques.

Employment Options

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

  • Structural Welder
  • Pipe Welder
  • Combo Welder
  • Pipefitter
  • Welder’s Helper
  • Production Welder

Approximate Pay Potential: $14-31 per hour (O*NET source: 51-4121.00 - Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers)

Who can attend?

A blue letter 'A' inside a white circle, with a blue border. Adult 

A circular logo with the letters 'HS' in blue within a white circle.High School

Where?

A circular logo with the word 'Lawton' and a view of a sign. Lawton - Main Campus

The Frederick city seal features a building, flag, and the city name. Frederick - Branch Campus

Cost of Attendance Summary

Lawton Campus

Secondary (High School) Students

  • Tuition: Free
  • Combination Welder Fee: $420.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $558.00

Post-secondary (Adult) Students

  • Tuition: $2,976.00
  • Combination Welder Fee: $420.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $558.00

Frederick Campus

Secondary (High School) Students

  • Tuition: Free
  • Student Needs Fees: $385.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $550.00

Post-secondary (Adult) Students

  • Tuition: $2,976.00
  • Student Needs Fees: $385.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $550.00

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify.
(See Financial Aid)

Class Hours

This program may be taken as a half-day session in the morning or afternoon, or as a full-day option for ADULT students who wish to accelerate their progress.

Lawton Campus Times:

  • Morning Session: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon Session: 11:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
  • Full-Day Session: Combination of both morning and afternoon sessions

Frederick Campus Times:

  • Morning Session: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon Session: 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
  • Full-Day Session: Combination of both morning and afternoon sessions

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Certification Outcomes:

  • Oklahoma Welder Certification
  • Cutting Process Operator
  • Flux Cored Arc Welder
  • Gas Metal Arc Welder
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welder
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welder

Applying for this Program

  • Non-Medical Admission Booklet

    Start Your Application Today!

    Please download and read the Non-Medical Admission Booklet above then start your application below.

    If you are applying as an ADULT STUDENT, please come to Student Resource Center at Great Plains Technology Center and meet with a Career Advisor to finalize your application.

    Student Resource Center

    Call: 580-250-5535
    Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

    Walk-in or Postal:
    Great Plains Technology Center
    Attn: Student Resource Center
    4500 SW Lee Blvd.
    Building 100, Room 107
    Lawton, OK 73505

  • Non-Medical Admission Booklet

    For Tillman – Kiowa campus in Frederick, to set an appointment with a career counselor or for questions and assistance on enrolling,  you may use any forms of the communications below.

    Call: 580-335-5525
    Email: Mandy Carter mcarter@greatplains.edu

    Great Plains Technology Center
    Branch Campus
    2001 E. Gladstone
    Frederick, OK 73542

  • Start Your Application Today!

    For more information, visit with your high school counselor, or use any forms of the communications below to schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor.

    Student Resource Center

    Call: 580-250-5535
    Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

    Walk-in or Postal:
    Great Plains Technology Center
    Attn: Student Resource Center
    4500 SW Lee Blvd.
    Building 100, Room 107
    Lawton, OK 73505

    Apply Now Online

  • For Tillman – Kiowa campus in Frederick, visit with your high school counselor, or use any forms of the communications below to schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor.

    Call: 580-335-5525

    Email: Mandy Carter mcarter@greatplains.edu

    Great Plains Technology Center
    Branch Campus
    2001 E. Gladstone
    Frederick, OK 73542

A man wearing glasses and a bandana looks directly at the camera.Konrad Littau
Combination Welder Instructor

Contact:
Phone: 580-250-5626
Send Mr. Littau a message.

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505

Campus Information

Lawton Campus - Cost Sheet

Frederick Campus - Cost Sheet

PROGRAMS BEGINS

August & January