Schuylkill Technology Center

What this program covers

Schuylkill Technology Center's Welding Technology program runs across four levels over two years (Level I: 240 hours, Levels II-IV: 360 hours each). Instruction covers gas, arc, shielded and non-shielded metal arc welding, brazing, and flame cutting, plus blueprint reading, welding symbols, and ultrasonic/hardness testing. The program prepares students for AWS SENSE Certification, AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Certification, NOCTI Welding certification, and OSHA 10-Hour certification; estimated supply costs (boots, gloves, welding hat) run about $130, plus optional certification fees ($155 for D1.1, $15 for SENSE).

• Processes taught Gas welding, arc/SMAW, brazing, flame cutting
• Program length Two years across 4 levels (240 + 360 + 360 + 360 hours)
• Certifications prepped AWS SENSE; AWS D1.1 Structural Steel; NOCTI Welding; OSHA 10-Hour
• Financial aid Estimated program costs listed (supplies ~$130; AWS D1.1 exam $155; SENSE $15)

Source: https://www.stcenters.org/, retrieved 2026-08-05