PROGRAMS | MANUFACTURING

WELDING & METAL FABRICATION

Welding and metal fabrication is one of the most desired and highest paying trades in American industry. From the basic task of welding two pieces of metal, to the advanced lessons of fabricating metal for pipelines and naval vessels, today’s welder must have the skills and knowledge to meet those varying demands. It’s a complex and challenging trade, but the financial rewards and steady work more than compensate. This is a trade that has kept pace with the demands of changing technology. The students who successfully complete this rigorous program will acquire expertise in areas of "stick", "TIG", "MIG", and oxyacetylene welding, as well as, the use of plasma cutting and metal brazing. Trade-related safety practices and the proper use and maintenance of welding equipment are stressed.

Recommended Scope and Sequence *  This link will connect you to the scope and sequence which lists the recommended high school and postsecondary courses for students in this program of study. This information will be valuable when scheduling courses or investigating postsecondary options. It is recommended that students take the highest level academics possible in order to take full advantage of their program. These rigorous academics will provide a seamless transition into postsecondary education without remediation and provide a student with the general knowledge necessary for the industry.

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Potential Earnings
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Job Titles
47-2152   Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
49-9042   Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
51-2041   Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
51-4121   Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
51-4199   Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other
LOCAL     Welder Helper

Articulation Agreements
Baran Institute of Technology
Triangle Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Welder Training and Testing Institute

Student Certifications
NOCTI - National Occupational Competency Testing Institute Certification 
         *  Welding
AWS - American Welding Society
OSHA -  Safety Certification

Accreditations
WTTI - Welder Training & Testing Institute
   RMCTC is a WTTI training and testing site, please contact the School at 610-   921-7300 for more information.

INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Daniel Millan

Biography
I graduated from Reading-Muhlenberg AVTS. I served six years in the Army after I graduated and have worked for more than 20 years in the welding field. I am married and I have three children.

Date of hire: September 2006

Education
Vocational I Certification – Temple University
Welder Training and Technical Institute
Reading Area Community College
U.S. Army

Certifications
AWS D1.1 S.M.A.W.
WTTI - Welding Training and Testing Institute Certified Instructor
American Welding Society (AWS) - section chairman
   *  Certified Welding Inspector
   *  Certified Welding Educator

Experience
Welder fitter, night school instructor, electron beam furnace operator

Interests
Provide DJ service for weddings and parties. I also provide a PA system for local bands.

Awards
I was senior of the year in the welding shop in 1986 and I also received an Army service medal.

Message
Study hard, feel good, and never give up.

 

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