
A Look Inside Porter and Chester Institute's New Welding Program
Porter and Chester Institute has recently opened a new program in the skilled trades field. In addition to Career Industrial, Commercial, and Residential Electrician, Electrical Technology, HVACR, Low Voltage Technology, and Plumbing, PCI is launching an all-new Welding program. Positions such as welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers are expected to grow 8% nationally from 2020-2030, which means that getting involved in this program may be a great fit for you.
Fast Facts:
- 100% on-campus
- Offered at Bridgeport, CT
- Graduates earn a diploma
- 10 months to complete
Trainings:
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Sample Courses:
- Plasma Arc, Air Carbon Arc, SMAW Equipment
- Open Root Groove Welds
- Low Alloy and Stainless Steel Pipe
- Beads and Fillet Welds
- Properties of Metals, Pre/Post Heating
- Joint Fit-Up and Groove Welds
- Symbols and Drawing
Scheduling:
Day Program: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday or Thursday-Saturday
Evening Program: 3 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday or Thursday-Saturday
If you're interested in getting involved in welding, see if PCI's welding program is right for you. For more information, check out the Welding program description page. If you're ready to enroll, visit the online application portal to get started.