In the Fabrication and Fitting 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.
This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more
Registration Opens: April 27, 2026
Minimum Age Requirement: 16 years old. High school students must be in their junior or senior year.
Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.
| Term | Campus | Room # | Start Date | Time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Lehi Building B | 114 | 08/13/2025 | 7:30 am – 10:30 am | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2025 | Lehi Building B | 114 | 08/13/2025 | 11:30 am – 2:30 am | Monday – Friday |
Total hours: 630
| Course Name | Course Hours | Course Credits | Tuition | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabrication Math | 30 | 1 | $120.00 | $140.00 |
| Introduction to Cutting and Welding | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $200.00 |
| Tool & Machine Operations | 30 | 1 | $120.00 | $30.00 |
| Blueprints | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $20.00 |
| Intro to Solidworks | 30 | 1 | $120.00 | $20.00 |
| Crane Rigging, Safety, and Operation | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $30.00 |
| Structural Fabrication | 120 | 4 | $480.00 | $100.00 |
| Pipe Fitting | 120 | 4 | $480.00 | $125.00 |
| Final Project | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $30.00 |
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.
| Tuition/Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition: | $2,520.00 |
| Registration Fee: | $40.00 |
| Application Fee: | $0.00 |
| Course Fees: | $695.00 |
| Required Materials: | $377.00 |
| Total Cost of Program: | $3,632 |
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.
Materials | Notes | Cost |
|---|---|---|
Blueprint Reading for Welders; 9th Edition | Included in Course Fees | |
Rigging Handbook; 5th Edition | Included in Course Fees | |
PipeFitters Bluebook | Included in Course Fees | |
Required Tools, PPE | Available at the MTECH Store | $377.00 |
MTECH Program Certificate in Fabrication and Fitting
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.
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
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.
tyler.judson@mtec.edu
