The Welding Technology Level 2: Gas Metal Arc Welding 2 (GMAW 2) program will prepare students to work in a wide variety of industries, from fabricating custom car frames, engines and exhausts to fabrication of trailers, welding pressure vessels, signage for highways, work on pipelines as well as industrial repair and maintenance work.
In this process, students will learn to weld advanced joint configurations, including pipe to plate and pipe to pipe.They will learn the RMD technique and Pulse Spray on carbon steel and aluminum.
Students will also learn advanced Testing and Inspection techniques and Thermal Cutting processes. Students learn industrial requirements and occupational skills needed in the welding field. The welding program emphasizes hands-on individualized instruction.
Program Contact
Hunter Reynolds
Lead Instructor
- Welding Technology Level 2:
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - Program Hours: 279 hours
- Campus Location: Lehi
Taylor Smith
Instructor
- Welding Technology Level 2:
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - Program Hours: 279 hours
- Campus Location: Lehi
Anthony Hicks
Instructor
- Welding Technology Level 2:
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - Program Hours: 279 hours
- Campus Location: Orem
Taylor McDaniel
Instructor
- Welding Technology Level 2:
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - Program Hours: 279 hours
- Campus Location: Orem
Fernando River Saenz
Instructor
- Welding Technology Level 2:
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - Program Hours: 279 hours
- Campus Location: Orem
Certificates and Licensures
- QC11 American Welding Society Level II Advanced Welder Certificates in GMAW
- ASME IX 6G Pipe Qualification Ceritificate - GMAW
Program Snapshot
Registration Eligibility: Adults only.
Registration Availability: Registration is open on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Students usually start the first Monday of the following month. To check seat availability, create a new student account in the MTECH Student Portal and check seat availability or call Student Services at 801-753-6282.
Program Length: 279 Hours.
Times: Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings. See schedule details below.
Locations: Lehi Trade & Tech and Orem Campuses.
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid and Veterans Assistance.
Please contact Hunter Reynolds at hreynolds@mtec.edu with any questions about the Welding program.
Prerequisites
MTECH Counselor: Students enrolling in an Open Entry/Open Exit program must meet with the MTECH Academic and Career Counselor. To schedule an appointment please visit https://mtec.edu/academic-and-
Entrance Assessment: Students must take the MTECH Entrance Assessment. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. To learn more visit mtec.edu/testing.
New Student Orientation: Students must complete the brief MTECH New Student Orientation prior to the first day of class. To learn more visit mtec.edu/nso.
MTECH Welding Technology Level I Program or Equivalent Industry Experience and test out of Level I.
MTECH Testing & Inspection Level 2 & Thermal Cutting Level 2.
Schedules
| SECTION | LOCATION | ROOM | START DATE | END DATE | START TIME | END TIME | DAYS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | M-F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | M-F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 2:45 PM | 5:45 PM | M-F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | M-Th |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | M,W,F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | M,W,F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 2:45 PM | 5:45 PM | M,W,F |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | M,W |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | T,Th |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | T,Th |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 2:45 PM | 5:45 PM | T,Th |
| Open | Orem | 108 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | T,Th |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | M-F |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | M-F |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | M,W,F |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | M,W,F |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | T,Th |
| Open | Lehi Trades & Tech | 116 | OE/OE | OE/OE | 11:30 AM | 2:30 PM | T,Th |
*During the summer no classes are held on Fridays.
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $40.00 | |
| Facilities Fee | $50.00 | This fee is paid annually and will need to be re-paid if enrolled for over 12 months |
| AWS Online Fee | $75.00 | This fee is paid annually and will need to be re-paid if enrolled for over 12 months |
| Program Fees | $500.00 | |
| Tuition | $585.90 | |
| subTotal: | $1,250.90 |
Materials and Supplies
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AWS Online Access | $0.00 | Included in Program Fees. |
| Student Access | $20.00 | |
| Welding Equipment & Practice Pipe | $475.00 | |
| Welding Helmet | $70.00 | |
| Protective Clothing | $100.00 | |
| Exam Materials for Industry Certifications | $36.00 | |
| Steel Toed Boots | $30.00 | Not sold at Bookstore |
| total: | $731.00 |
| optional materials | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Test Coupons | $21.50 | Pipe Coupons, per each set. Prices subject to change per market value. |
| subTotal: | $21.50 | |
| Total: | $2,003.40 |