Welding - Introduction to Stick
This 30-hour Stick welding course teaches SMAW fundamentals, including setup, safety, and welding techniques on carbon steel, addressing the industry's growing need for skilled welders.
Stick Welding Training: Build Your Skills for the Growing Industry
Walk Away With
- Training that will include 20+ hours of a hands-on demonstration of proper welding processes
- Training that will prepare you for your welding qualification exam through the American Welding Society (optional)
- Certification of completion provided by CSI Workforce Development & Training
Course Highlights:
- Proper setup and safe use of welding equipment
- Fillet and lap welds in the 1F, 2F, and 3F positions on various thickness of carbon steel
- In-depth welding theory for a comprehensive understanding of the process
Welding Industry Outlook
- Average Wages: Approximately $52,640 annually (varies by location and experience).
- Projected Growth Over 10 Years: 2% growth in employment, slower than the average for all occupations.
- Demand Level: Very high, with 330,000 new welding positions expected by 2028 due to retirements and workforce attrition.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for anyone interested in learning welding, exploring a new welding technique, or enhancing their skills for career advancement.
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before class starts. Please contact us for a list of acceptable documentation or for any questions.
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