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WELDING SCHOOL IN MOORESVILLE, NC

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TRAIN FOR A WELDING CAREER AT UTI MOORESVILLE

If you’re looking for a career with versatility and flexibility, welding is a great choice. The 36-week Welding Technology program offered at Universal Technical Institute (UTI) in Mooresville, North Carolina, is designed to equip students with the skills needed to pursue roles in a variety of industries.1

36 weeks

Program length

2002

Year campus opened

4 processes

Welding processes taught in the program

ABOUT THE WELDING PROGRAM

From transportation and manufacturing to construction and aerospace, welders support industries that play an important role in our economy. The Welding Technology program features four welding processes that help prepare students to become combination welders. These include:

WELDING CLASSES & TRAINING

Students in the Welding program learn how to weld in the flat, vertical, horizontal and overhead positions used for plate or sheet metal, as well as the fixed, overhead and rolling positions used for pipe. Some of the courses they take 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)
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HEAR FROM A UTI WELDING GRADUATE

Coming out of the military, UTI Avondale graduate Spencer Rowett knew he wanted to get into welding because there were dozens of different options for work. Find out why Spencer was impressed by UTI’s facilities as he shares advice for fellow veterans.

WELDING DIPLOMA NEAR CHARLOTTE

As a Welding graduate, you’ll earn a diploma. This can serve as a symbol of your training and could help you stand out to employers when applying for positions.

TRAINING CREATED WITH LINCOLN ELECTRIC

The Welding Technology program was created in conjunction with Lincoln Electric, a leader in the development, design and manufacturing of welding technology. This gives students the opportunity to train on the brand’s technology, which includes VRTEX® virtual welders.

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CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES

An education in welding can help prepare you for roles in a variety of industries. Most of our grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:77

    Entry-level

  • Welder
  • Fabrication Welder
  • Welder Fitter

    Advanced

  • Inspector
  • Quality Control
  • Certified Welding Inspector
  • Welding Project Manager

To learn more, read our welding career guide.

45,000+

Estimated average annual welding job openings in the U.S.42

$48,940

Median annual salary* for welders in the United States26
*Not entry-level and is dependent on factors like experience, location and employer compensation.

ABOUT THE CAMPUS

UTI is located in Mooresville — which is known as Race City USA, which means there’s plenty to do in the local area.

CAMPUS LOCATION

220 Byers Creek Road

Mooresville, North Carolina 28117

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866-416-2722 | Financial Aid

866-316-2722 | Student Services

704-658-1950 | Career Services

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TOUR THE CAMPUS

Are you curious about what it’s like to train at UTI Mooresville? Come see the campus for yourself! Simply click the link below to schedule a tour.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

UTI hosts a variety of events throughout the year, both virtual and in-person. Check out our events calendar to see what’s coming up.

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In just 36 weeks, you could train to become a skilled combination welder. If you’re ready to take the next step, request information today. We’ll connect you with an Admissions Representative who can help you get started!

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1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.26) UTI’s Welding Technology Training Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as welders. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. Graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as a welding technician, such as inspector and quality control. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary range for persons employed as Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $40,060 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2022 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=514121&Dopt=TEXT). Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled welders in North Carolina is $23.38 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $20.82 and $18.17, respectively.42) For Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an annual average of 45,800 job openings between 2023 and 2033. Job openings include openings due to net employment changes and net replacements. See Table 1.10 Occupational separations and openings, projected 2023–33, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, viewed November 4, 2024. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

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