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Learn Stick Welding in Maryland
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This article gives you all the information you need to know about stick welding. If you'd prefer to get in contact with an admissions representative, just click here and fill out the form and somebody will get back to you asap. Alternatively, you can just call us at 800-638-5490. |
What A Training School Offers
A stick welding Maryland training school can offer an individual the chance to learn one of the most widely used types of welding methods in Baltimore, Silver Spring, Glen Burnie, Dundalk and in other industrial areas throughout the world.
It is an extremely versatile welding method that uses simple procedures and equipment that is easy to operate.
Stick welding dominates the welding processes that are used today in repair and maintenance industries.
Stick welding continues to be widely used in industrial fabrication and construction.
As a result, there is a high demand for trained stick welders.
What Is Stick Welding?
Stick welding is the common term for shielding metal arc welding (SMAW). It is a popular arc welding technique that is performed manually.
Stick welding uses an electrode that is covered with a chemical cleaning compound (flux) to place a weld.
The electrode is a specially prepared wire or welding rod that conducts an electrical current, melts and provides filler metal to the metal joint.
How Does It Work?
This kind of welding uses a direct or alternating electric current from a welding power supply to make an electric arc.
The arc is placed between an electrode and the metals that are to be welded together.
How To Get A Welding Education
An individual can find stick welding Maryland training in Baltimore, Silver Spring, Glen Burnie, Dundalk and nearby cities at a community college or at a technical school.
Welding school programs can vary from several weeks of campus-based training to training on-the-job for lower-skilled jobs.
Higher skilled jobs usually involve a couple of years of welding classes and training on-the-job site.
Although some companies may hire individuals that do not have any formal training, most prefer applicants that have completed job training programs.
What Students Can Learn In Welding Schools
Individuals that enroll in welding programs typically learn an assortment of welding techniques and how to safely use a variety of welding equipment.
Some of the classes include:
- Stick welding
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Aluminum welding
- Flux core plate and pipe
- TIG plate welding
- Pipe welding
- Welding Math
Students that graduate from stick welding Maryland programs can expect to start earning an average rate of $16.13 per hour according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2008 report.
Where Should I Go?
There are many choices for taking a welding course in Maryland --
But if you want the best in the area turn to North American Trade Schools.
With one of the industry's best welding programs, and experienced and certified staff, NA Trades is one of the top trade schools on the east coast!
"I would highly recommend going to North American Trade Schools if you're looking for a better job or career. I was in the welding program and it was interesting and fun. Before I knew it, I was done! I started applying for jobs with the resume and cover letter that North American Trade Schools helped me write and I got 3 full-time job offers from good companies! I accepted one of them and now I'm on my way to becoming a manager. I owe it all to North American Trade Schools, thank you!" Donovan Johnson Baltimore, MD |
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