Custom Design and Fabrication

Locations: Lehi

Program length
11 months

Total cost
$3,532

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Program length
11 months

Total cost
$3,532

Registration Opens:

Locations
See Map

This program provides education and training in preparation for employment in Information Technology. Throughout the program, students apply classroom theory to computer hardware and software, mobile devices, operating systems, networking, security, cloud technology and other technologies relevant to the industry.

Through a combination of simulations, hands-on and virtual labs, students will apply techniques for technology deployment, support, maintenance and troubleshooting. This training can be used as a step to gain valuable industry recognized certifications including CompTIA A+ and Network+. Additional certification opportunities may include CompTIA Security+, Microsoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux and more.

UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
In the Custom Design & Fabrication program, students learn the base principles and practices of metal fabrication across a wide variety of industrial standards. Students learn how to read blueprints and assemble metal products according to engineered drawings. They also learn fabrication skills in accordance to specific standards and codes set in place by major industrial organizations, such as the American Welding Society and the American Petroleum Institute.

This program prepares students for entry-level positions as a Fitter/Fabricator.

86% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

100% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $40k-$48k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

Registration Opens: April 23, 2024

Minimum Age Requirement: 16 years old

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Fall 2024Lehi Campus – Building B1148/15/20246/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Fall 2024Lehi Campus – Building B1148/15/20246/30/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
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Total hours: 630

Course Descriptions
 
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Fabrication Math I, II301$120.00$20.00
Blueprints602$240.00$155.00
Concept Sketching301$120.00$20.00
Intro to Solidworks903$360.00$20.00
Crane Rigging, Safety and Operation602$240.00$50.00
Project 1, Structural Shapes Project1204$480.00$130.00
Project 2, Pipe Project1204$480.00$100.00
Project 3, Student Choice Project1204$480.00$100.00
TOTALS:630210$2,520.00$595.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$2,520.00
Application Fee$0.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Total Course Fees:$595.00
Required Materials:$377.00
Industry Exam Fee:$0.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Blueprint Reading for Welders; 9th Edition1 978-1-13360-578-2 included in fees
Rigging Handbook; 5th Edition1 978-1-88872-418-9 included in fees
PipeFitters Bluebook1 978-0-97083-212-2 included in fees
Required Tools, PPE1Available at the bookstore$377.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$377.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Custom Design & Fabrication

Is welding taught in this program?
Yes, students are taught multiple welding and cutting processes.

Are students able to choose their personal projects?
Yes, at the end of the year, students have the opportunity to draft, design, and build their own project with their own materials.

What trades are students qualified to enter after completion of this program?
Students are able to work in the following areas: pipefitter, fabricator, oil and gas industry, pipelining industry, iron worker, boilermaker and tank vessels, structural fitting and more.

What is the demand for fabricators in the industry?
There is high demand for fabricators and welders in various fields of the industry. People who can both fabricate and weld will enter the workforce and be more highly sought after. In turn, will often times have a higher starting wage.

In this program, how much of my personal work can I do?
After completing all vocational training, student’s will have a unit specifically for a custom project of their own design.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Custom Design and Fabrication after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Register for Custom Design and Fabrication

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within each program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

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Lead Instructor
Tyler Judson

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Program length
11 mos
Total cost
$3,532
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Course Descriptions

Fabrication Math I, II
The Fabrication Math course is an interactive course provided by the American Welding Society. It is designed to teach students the mathematical input that is required to properly and efficiently fabricate. This course will cover the algebra and geometry associated with fabrication, and provide real-world applications.
Blueprints
This Blueprints course is taught out of a current informative book on blueprints and blueprint reading. The work is done as a class, and students take a review exam at the end of each chapter. This course is designed to help students recognize the components of a blueprint and understand how to fabricate by reading blueprints.
Concept Sketching
This course is designed to help students understand how to design and engineer materials into new and useful things. They will learn the steps to creation and design of a project, and how to finalize ideas to successfully fabricate items or projects. This will aid them in all aspects of the fabrication process by helping them understand how blueprints are engineered.
Intro to Solidworks
This course is designed to teach students how to design 3-dimensional projects on a computer programming system. This is to teach them the introductory steps to engineering blueprints for projects. The drawings made in this design program will be printed and used to fabricate example assemblies that are related to structural and pipe work in the industry.
Crane Rigging, Safety and Operation
This course will teach students how to safely operate cranes used to lift and move very heavy or large materials. They will gain hands-on experience and apply the knowledge and mathematical skills involved with operating an overhead crane. They will also learn the hazards of operating a crane, and how to prevent these risks to operate safely at all times.
Project 1, Structural Shapes Project
In this course, students will learn about structural material shapes, how to fabricate to structural code, and methods of steel erection used in the industry today. This course will involve and implement practices from previous courses, to help students understand the process of structural steel construction. They will be trained to use a wide variety of machinery and tools to successfully fabricate structural steel components.
Project 2, Pipe Project
This course will teach students about the process of pipe fabrication. This will include learning about the different pipe materials and how to identify them. They will also learn how to use and maintain tools and equipment that is used in a pipe fabrication industry setting. Techniques and practices of pipe-fitting will be implemented.
Project 3, Student Choice Project
This course will allow students to take a combined variety of learned knowledge and skills, and apply them to a project of their choice. Students will have the opportunity to design, finalize, and fabricate a project of their own. This will help students understand how all components of fabrication come together and allow them to fabricate complex items while maintaining industrial codes and standards.
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