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Students at NASCAR Technical Institute’s welding school near Gastonia can receive welding training instruction in classrooms and labs outfitted with current industry equipment. Graduates of our 36-week Mooresville, NC, welding school are prepared to pursue entry-level welding roles after program completion!1
WELDING TRAINING NEAR GASTONIA, NC
Universal Technical Institute’s Welding Technology program provides hands-on welding training in four major welding processes, including:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
Our welding program provides students with an opportunity to practice their skills while testing their problem-solving capabilities. To make the most of this training, aspiring welders should be inquisitive, competent and determined!
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
Students at NASCAR Tech’s welding school develop and refine their skills through welding courses that include:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR GASTONIA, NC
Skilled welders are in demand. There are more than 45,000 estimated average annual welding job openings in the United States.42
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the U.S. was $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and the cost of living in the area.
WELDING JOBS NEAR GASTONIA, NC
Most of our welding school grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles, including:
- Welder
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
- Wirer
Over time, welders can advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers available in the field:
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Keep in mind that welding career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Gastonia, contact our Career Services team.
DIRECTIONS FROM GASTONIA, NC, TO NASCAR TECH
Follow these steps to get to NASCAR Tech’s welding school in Mooresville:
- Follow US-321 North and NC-150 East to Straightaway Drive in Mooresville (40.0 miles)
- Head east on West Franklin Boulevard toward South York Street (407 feet)
- Turn left onto South York Street (0.4 miles)
- South York Street turns slightly right and becomes US-321 North/North Chester Street (15.2 miles)
- Take exit 24 for NC-27/NC-150 toward Lincolnton (0.2 miles)
- Turn left onto NC-150 East/NC-27 East/East Main Street (1.4 miles)
- Turn left onto NC-150 East (22.7 miles)
- 2.Continue on Straightaway Drive to your destination (1.7 miles)
- Turn left onto Straightaway Drive (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto Oates Road (0.6 miles)
- Turn left onto Talbert Pointe Drive (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto Byers Creek Road (0.4 miles)
- Turn right (138 feet)
- Turn left (174 feet)
- Turn right (92 feet)
NASCAR TECH CAMPUS LOCATION
220 Byers Creek Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
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877-201-2597 | Admissions
866-416-2722 | Financial Aid
866-316-2722 | Student Services
704-658-2146 | Career Services
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS
Automotive Mechanic Training Near Gastonia, NC
Students can get hands-on automotive training18 while enrolled in NASCAR Tech’s 48-week Automotive Technology program.7 Graduates earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.
CNC Machinist Training Near Gastonia, NC
NASCAR Tech’s students in the 36-week CNC Machining Technology program have the chance to learn high-tech skills often needed from machinists. Graduates earn diplomas.
HVACR Technician Training Near Gastonia, NC
HVACR Technician students at NASCAR Tech can get hands-on training in 39 weeks. Graduates earn diplomas.
Robotics and Automation Technology Training Near Gastonia, NC
Students can learn in-demand industry skills through NASCAR Tech’s 51-week Robotics and Automation program. Graduates earn diplomas.
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
Collegiate Housing Services (CHS) helps trade school students locate single or shared accommodation near campus. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Career Services
Students enrolled at NASCAR Tech can receive assistance from Career Advisors in locating employment within their selected field of study. The Early Employment Program can also provide qualifying auto students the opportunity to find part-time work that may turn into consideration for full-time employment after graduation.36 Contact Career Services for more information.
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid office provides trade school students who qualify with assistance in finding scholarships and grants for financing welding school tuition fees.10 Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.