Welding and Fabrication Technology
Associate in Applied Science- Cost
- $13,152*
Refine your welding; Take on larger roles
Work with your hands and mind on metal. Take up roles that require independence, precision and vision. With an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.), you acquire a range of welding and metal fabrication techniques where you understand the strengths and best uses of each. In addition, you learn:
- shop safety
- fabrication equipment training; shear, press brake, CNC laser and plasma cutting, tube and pipe bending, rolling and forming
- blueprint reading
- material layout techniques
- robotics: how to operate and program automated welding tools
- scientific, mathematical and general mechanical principles
What can you do with an A.A.S. in Welding and Fabrication Technology?
Your degree opens doors to entry level positions working with metal in industry. Most of our students settle into the workplace and advance quickly, while some start their own businesses. Others travel or relocate—welders are in demand everywhere! And some bring metalwork skills into hobbies like restoring cars. Common job titles include Cutting Specialist (laser and oxy-fuel operators), Welder (GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, FCAW) and/or Metal Fabricator.
You can earn industry credentials through the American Welding Society (AWS) and the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA).
See what CLC welding and fabrication technology students love about this program. Picture yourself here:
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Accredited by the AWS
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Metallica Scholarships
Heavy metal scholarships available. -
Advanced Technology Center (ATC)
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Credit for Prior Learning
Receive college credit for what you already know. -
Financial Aid/Scholarships Available
Based on need and/or achievement. Explore ways to pay for college. -
Career Degree
Earn an associate degree in 2 years and gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills. -
Program Length: 2 Years
Full-time students finish in 2 years.
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Get up to $2,500 in scholarships for Welding & Fabrication Technology
Future Welding & Fabrication Technology students can apply for the Community Project Advanced Technologies Scholarship and get support for tuition, fees, and/or living expenses.
Become a CLC student then apply for the scholarship!
Need more information? Email Tony Marnell at amarnell@clcillinois.edu or call (847) 543-3551.
Career Outlook
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Recommended Pathway
This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.
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- Credit for prior learning available
- Dual credit options available
- Global citizenship
- Online/Virtual options available
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights CLC 120 2 WFT 170 3 WFT 270 3 WFT 113 3 MTH 114 3 -
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Course Code MTH 114 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights WFT 175 3 PMT 140 2 WFT 275 3 ENG 121 3 ART 121 3 -
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Course Code PMT 140 Course Title Credits 2 Course Highlights -
Course Code WFT 275 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 121 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code ART 121 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights CMM 111 3 WFT 171 3 -
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Course Code WFT 171 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights WFT 172 3 WFT 272 3 WFT 180 3 WFT 178 3 WFT 278 3 -
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Course Code WFT 272 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code WFT 180 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
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Course Code WFT 278 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights WFT 176 3 WFT 117 3 WFT 217 3 ECO 110 3 -
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Course Code ECO 110 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Total Credit Hours
61*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.
Welding & Fabrication Technology at CLC: Get the bigger picture
The A.A.S. is just one possible way to study Welding and Fabrication Technology. Get the bigger picture—degrees, credentials and extra options.
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