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The graduate will be prepared for entry-level employment as a structural welder learning essential skills and safety practices in welding procedures in both structural plate and pipe.



Welding technicians are a major occupation in Texas, offering an average 1,470 annual openings per year and a growth rate which exceeds the state average. Entry-level technicians can expect to earn from $16,500 to $20,000 their first year with an average $28,650 after year two.

Employment services are available to students and graduates for both part- and full-time, on-campus and off-campus employment through the career services office and a variety of programs and partnerships with area employers.

Department Contacts

Dr. Michael Burns 
Dean, Career and Applied Technology
281.618.5427
Office: CT-108

Anthony Priddy
Director, Welding Technology
346.378.7571
Office: EAC-105G

Jason Durant
Workforce Skilled Trade Instructor
346.378.7559
Office: EAC-105H

Corey Whitaker
Workforce Skilled Trade Instructor
346.378.7573
Office: EAC-130B

Department Advisors

Enedina Reese
Workforce Advisor II
346.378.7566
Office: EAC-102F

Jessica Olsen
Advisor I
281.765.7923
Office: APTC-102C

Ruby Fuentes
Advisor I
281.618.5518
Office: APTC-102B