What is welding?

Welding is defined as "the permanent joining of materials." The materials used in the Bollman Welding Program are: low carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and titanium.

What safety equipment is required for students?

Students are required to obtain the following: safety glasses, welding hood, welding jacket, steel-toed boots, welding gloves.

Are there any classes available for adults?

Not at this time. The welding classes are currently available only to the high school students of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.

Are there any clubs available to the welding students?

Yes, just click on "Clubs" at the left or at the top of the screen.

Is there any bookwork in the program?

Yes, the students will spend one day a week in the classroom learning welding theory, etc.

When are the classes available?

Welding I is available 4-5 block and 7-8 block, and Welding II is available 1-2 block.

How is the intsructor?

Very knowledgeable and cool!

Is there a job-placement program at Bollman?

Yes! See our Job Training Department for more information.

Can I get a job right out of high school?

Yes! And we can help.

How much money can I expect to earn?

Jobs usually start at a minimum of $10 per hour, but the pay can increase dramatically from there.

Is a certification required in order to get a job?

No, but it may help.

What kind of certification is available for Bollman Welding students?

Upon satisfactory completion of the two-year program, students may be eligible for an Entry Level Welder Certification through the American Welding Society's SENSE program. Please note: the student will be responsible for the $15 certificate fee imposed by AWS. This fee is above and beyond the $35 shop fee required of all students for enrollment in the BTEC welding program.