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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR LEANDER, TX

Welding School & Programs Near Leander, TX

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If you like the idea of a hands-on career that’s important, consider welding school! Universal Technical Institute (UTI) near Leander, TX, can help prepare you.1

Welding Training Near Leander, TX

UTI's Austin, TX, welding school is southeast of Leander and offers hands-on welding courses designed to prepare students for careers.

Lincoln Electric, a leader in the manufacturing and design of welding technology, helped UTI create a curriculum that considers the field's current needs. Meaning, you’ll gain skills many employers are looking for. Throughout the program, students cover valuable ground, including the blue: four main types of arc welding, pipe welding, safety standards and more.

Welding Courses Offered

Upon completion of the following welding courses, graduates earn diplomas.

  • Introduction to Welding, Safety & Careers.
  • Principles of Welding.
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding I.
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding I.
  • Engineering and Fabrication.
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding II.
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding II.
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding.
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
  • Pipe Welding.
  • Welding Applications I.
  • Welding Applications II.

Career Opportunities Near Leander, TX

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported the median annual salary for welders in the United States was $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary can depend on several factors including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.

While opportunity may vary by state, the following industries were the largest employers of welders in the U.S. in May 2022:

  • Manufacturing
  • Specialty trade contractors
  • Repair and maintenance
  • Self-employed workers

Want to learn more about career opportunities experienced welders may have? Read 14 DIFFERENT TYPES OF WELDING JOBS & CAREERS YOU CAN PURSUE.

Welding Jobs Near Leander, TX

Our welding school grads are prepared to pursue entry-level positions. But as with any industry, over time, welders may be able to advance in their careers with hard work and experience.77 Entry-level and advanced welding positions could include:

Entry-level

  • Welder
  • Fabrication welder
  • Welder fitter

 

Advanced

  • Inspector
  • Quality control
  • Certified welding inspector
  • Welding project manager

It’s important to note that demand varies by region. Therefore, the roles mentioned here may not be available in Leander, TX. Luckily, UTI has a Career Services department to help students search for opportunities before they even graduate!

Directions From Leander, TX, to UTI Austin

Many students say our hands-on labs and dedicated instructors are their favorite parts of the program. Schedule a tour for an opportunity to see both! Getting to our welding school from Leander, TX, is simple. Follow these steps:

  1. Get on Route 183A from Ranch Road 2243/Ranch to Market Road 2243. (1.7 miles)
    1. Head south on North US Highway 183 toward West South Street. (66 feet)
    2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Ranch Road 2243/Ranch to Market Road 2243/East South Street. (1.0 miles)
    3. Turn right onto 183A Frontage Road. (0.4 miles)
    4. Use the left lane to take the 183A South ramp. (0.3 miles)
  2. Continue on Route 183A. Take TX-45 East/TX-45 Toll to Mopac Service Road in Austin. Take the exit toward Wells Branch Parkway/Howard Lane from TX-1 Loop South. (15.8 miles)
    1. Merge onto Route 183A. (7 miles)
    2. Use the right lanes to take the Texas 45 Toll East exit. (1.3 miles)
    3. Merge onto TX-45 East/TX-45 Toll. (4.4 miles)
    4. Take the Loop 1 South exit. (1.1 miles)
    5. Continue onto TX-1 Loop South/Loop 1 South. (1 mile)
    6. Use the right two lanes to turn slightly right onto TX-1 Loop South (signs for Howard Lane/Wells Branch Parkway). (0.5 miles)
    7. Take the exit toward Wells Branch Parkway/Howard Lane. (0.5 miles)
  3. Take West Howard Lane to our campus in Austin. (3.3 miles)
    1. Merge onto Mopac Service Road. (0.2 miles)
    2. Turn left onto West Howard Lane/Wells Branch Parkway. (0.2 miles)
    3. Turn right onto West Howard Lane. (1.3 miles)
    4. Turn left to stay on West Howard Lane. (1.3 miles)
    5. Turn right onto McCallen Pass. (0.2 miles)
    6. Turn left and UTI Austin will be on the right. (0.1 miles)

    Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI AUSTIN CAMPUS LOCATION

301 W. Howard Lane
    Austin, TX 78753

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      F&SAT | 10am & 1pm



737-284-3100 | Campus
737-284-3194 | Admissions
844-338-0033 | Financial Aid
909-222-9626 | Housing Assistance
469-442-6928 | Student & Career Services


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