Forge Your Future Through Hands-On Learning
The Welding Technology and Fundamentals program provides students with practical experience in welding, fabrication, workplace safety, blueprint reading, and career readiness. Students develop valuable technical and professional skills while working in a hands-on learning environment that prepares them for future opportunities in the skilled trades.
Click to Contact: Welding Program Instructor Kevin Hozapfel (Mr. H)
Why Choose Welding?
🛠️ Hands-On Training Learn by doing in a real welding lab environment.
📐 Technical Skills Develop welding, fabrication, and blueprint reading skills.
🏗️ Career Exploration Explore high-demand careers in manufacturing and construction.
🎯 Workforce Readiness Build professional skills valued by employers.
Student Eligibility
✅ Open to Students in Grades 10 & 11
✅ Two-Year Commitment Required
✅ Independent Transportation Required
✅ Students Must Provide Their Own Steel-Toe Work Boots
What Students Can Gain
Students who successfully complete the program can:
✅ Develop hands-on welding and fabrication skills
✅ Learn industry-standard safety practices
✅ Gain experience using professional welding equipment
✅ Build workforce-ready technical skills
✅ Explore career opportunities in the skilled trades
✅ Prepare for potential American Welding Society (AWS) industry credentials
What Students Learn
Technical Skills
- Welding Fundamentals
- Metal Fabrication
- Equipment Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Measurement and Layout
- Shop Safety
Professional Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Workplace Expectations
- Time Management
- Career Readiness
Student Work in Action
Photos Coming Soon:
- Welded projects
- Fabrication projects
- Shop activities
- Equipment use
- Finished pieces
Where Can Welding Take You?
🔧 Welder
🏭 Manufacturing Technician
🏗️ Construction Trades Professional
⚙️ Industrial Maintenance Technician
🔩 Fabrication Technician
👷 Skilled Trades Apprentice
Meet the Instructor
Kevin Hozapfel (“Mr. H”)
Welding Program Instructor
With hands-on industry experience and a passion for helping students succeed, Mr. H guides students through welding fundamentals, fabrication skills, workplace safety, and career preparation.
📞 772-467-4072
