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How Does Arclabs Assist with Job Placement?

All four Arclabs campuses have a Career Services calendar full of events that support our students in finding their dream welding job. From resume building to helping perfect weld tests, we support our students in their career journey many ways. Recently, Arclabs hosted a career fair at our Piedmont, SC campus. We had 14 local […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/how-does-arclabs-assist-with-job-placement/ via Arclabs Welding School

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Welding Bend Test

We’ve had lots of questions about successful bend tests lately, so let’s get down to the details. A welding bend test “is performed on a universal testing machine by placing a specimen on two support anvils and bending it through applied force on 1 or 2 loading anvils in order to measure its properties.” In […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/uncategorized/welding-bend-test/ via Arclabs Welding School

Women in Welding

Although there are 592,000 welders in the United States, just 5.3% are women, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Arclabs Welding School is looking to push the boundaries of this male-dominated field. Currently, there is a huge demand for welders, and women can fill these positions because they are fast learners, have great […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/uncategorized/women-in-welding/ via Arclabs Welding School

Arclabs has partnered with EDUrent to give our students housing assistance.

Want to make a career change in your life but don’t live near South Carolina or Houston, Texas? Want to begin welding school but live hours away? Arclabs is still your option. We are working with EDUrent to help non-local students find housing options. Why did Arclabs choose to partner with EDUrent? EDUrent does “the […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/uncategorized/arclabs-has-partnered-with-edurent-to-give-our-students-housing-assistance/ via Arclabs Welding School

Want to know if welding is the best skilled trade for you? Check out this Career Assessment test from Generation T.

In short: Generation T is the movement to help rebuild the skilled trades in America, marking the end of an era where trade skills were looked down upon by the middle and upper classes. It’s a rallying cry – pulling together 70 national brands to help redefine success in America. Generation T is a badge […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/uncategorized/want-to-know-if-welding-is-the-best-skilled-trade-for-you-check-out-this-career-assessment-test-from-generation-t/ via Arclabs Welding School

Local or National? A Look at Welder Salaries.

Have you ever thought about how much welders make if they stay local or travel for their career? Listed below are 2020 salary averages for each state in the US according to bls.gov. Tired of the hot southern summers and want to start a welding career in the snowy, picturesque landscape of Alaska? Prefer to […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/local-or-national-a-look-at-welder-salaries/ via Arclabs Welding School

Welding is in High Demand

Very broadly, skilled labor includes professions with specific knowledge and skills in their area of expertise without long-term training. Along with other careers in the trade industry, welding has been a predominant career option on most job boards. The American Welding Society (AWS) estimates there will be a shortage of nearly 400,000 welders in the […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/uncategorized/welding-is-in-high-demand/ via Arclabs Welding School

What is Arc Welding?

Arc welding is what is known as a fusion welding process. It is one of the most common welding processes and is used extensively in various industries due to the strong, high-quality welds it creates. Arc Welding in Theory The arc welding process uses an electrical arc that forms between an electrode and the base […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/what-is-arc-welding/ via Arclabs Welding School

Is Welding a Good Career?

When you begin to think about your future, you’ll probably start asking yourself questions like “where do I see myself in five years?” or “what career path will be enjoyable for years to come?” A career in welding can be both rewarding and fulfilling because there is always something new to learn and the job […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/welding-good-career/ via Arclabs Welding School

Skills of a Successful Welder

No matter what line of work we enter, we all want to be successful. And just like any job, welding can certainly come with its challenges. At Arclabs Welding School, we will help you build the skills of a successful welder with our high-quality instruction and hands-on training so you land a job in as […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/skills-successful-welder/ via Arclabs Welding School

Signs Your Child Should be a Welder

We always hope our children will talk to us about what they want to do when they get older, where they want to go to school, what interests them and what motivates them. But maybe they are struggling to find their career path. Maybe they can’t identify their strengths, and they just need a little […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/signs-your-child-welder/ via Arclabs Welding School

Why Welding is a Great Career Path for Veterans

After completing your service in the military, it’s time to make some decisions about what’s next. Some people are discharged with a specific skill set that suits them for immediate work, but others are not. If you fall into that second group, there are some great options for you in the civilian workforce. Consider these […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/welding-great-career-path-veterans/ via Arclabs Welding School

Different Types of Welding

Utilizing a number of tools and various kinds of metals, welders can transform any piece into any shape for any function. However, in order to master the art of welding, you need to start with the basics and understand the different types of welding. The four welding types utilized most frequently are MIG, TIG, Stick […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/different-types-of-welding/ via Arclabs Welding School

Career Options for Welders

Welding offers many opportunities to grow in a variety of occupations. As welding becomes more automated in the coming years, there will be a need for specialized professionals in the welding industry. Arclabs Welding School provides the training and tools needed to jumpstart your career and qualify for other specialized training. So, what kinds of […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/career-options-for-welders/ via Arclabs Welding School

How to Become a Welder

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you interested in having the flexibility to work in multiple different industries without changing careers? Becoming a welder may be exactly what you are looking for. A welder is an experienced tradesperson who concentrates on joining metals by using heat with hand-held or remotely regulated devices. Welders […] from Arclabs https://www.arclabs.edu/welding-program/how-to-become-a-welder/ via Arclabs Welding School

What Is The Right Welding School For You?

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Welding has become a career option that is in high demand because of a shortage of employees after there has been a renewed interest in a number of public works projects. This is great news for all those who are eager to start a new career as it provides plenty of job opportunities for the future. Of course, after you decide to embark on a career in welding, you will have to figure out what welding school to consider. To help you make the right decision, we have put together a list of tips you should consider: 1. Make sure the teachers are of high quality. After all, since you are there to learn, you want to make sure that what you are hearing is worth learning. The best way to ensure this is the case is make sure the teachers at your school are top notch. This is why we recommend avoiding community college or junior college options. Unfortunately, you may a few good professors but overall the quality of teaching will not match those offered by schools that are focused specifically on ...