Welding & Metal Processing

Is your goal to be a welder? The Welding and Metal Processing Career Studies Certificate program at Virginia Western Community College prepares you for careers in arc, gas, MIG and TIG welding as well as metal fabrication. Students have access to the latest instructional and practical experiences in a modern shop facility and the opportunity to earn the AWS (American Welding Society) certification. Day and evening classes; fast track option available.

AWS Certifications

Virginia Western also offers certification test-outs for experienced welders and maintenance of AWS certifications. Please contact us for more information.

Accreditation

Accredited testing facility through the American Welding Society.

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Est. Tuition*: $
Credits: 17 Hours
Time: 1 semester or 1 year

*Estimated cost reflects in-state rate and is subject to change

COST OF ATTENDANCE

The cost of attendance is an estimate of the costs a student may have while at Virginia Western.

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CONTACT US

 Webber Hall W305
 540-857-7272
Fax: 540-857-7086

Mailing address:
School of Business, Technology & Trades
3098 Colonial Ave., SW
Roanoke, VA 24015

PROGRAM HEAD

Gary C. Young
Assistant Professor, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
gyoung@virginiawestern.edu
 540-857-6181
 Webber W116

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Certificate – VWCC, 1997
Electrical Wiring Certificate – VWCC, 1999
AAS Technical Studies – VWCC, 2013
CWE, 2015
CWI, 2015