Online Degree Programs - Tulsa Welding School

About

What They’re Known For

Tulsa Welding School (TWS) has locations in Tulsa, Oklahoma and Jacksonville, Florida. TWS in Tulsa, Oklahoma has trained individuals for professional, entry-level careers since January 1949. TWS in Jacksonville, Florida, which is a branch campus of Tulsa Welding School in Tulsa, started training student in November 2001. Now with our newest location, Tulsa Welding School & Technology Center (TWSTC) in Houston, Texas, a branch campus of Tulsa Welding School in Tulsa, Oklahoma; we can continue that tradition.

Our training programs have been designed to meet employers’ needs by providing our students with the technical competencies as required and are based on industry feedback. Our instructors are industry experienced professionals who instruct their students in the techniques and skills needed by employers. We promote a student-centric learning environment to support the learner in achieving his/her desired professional goals. Our students are expected to demonstrate a positive attitude and professional character, maintain excellent attendance, and apply their instructional time effectively in the lab, the classroom, and during outside preparation. At TWS and TWSTC, we want to ensure that your educational experience is a rewarding one. We wish you the best in achieving your educational and professional goals.

Unique Opportunities

Many TWS students wish to train in less than a year, do not want to spend a lot of time in a classroom, love to work with their hands, and learn best by doing.
Flexible morning, afternoon, and evening classes fit your lifestyle – whether you are just graduating from high school, changing careers, or transitioning from military to civilian life.
Financial aid may be available to those who qualify, including grants, loans, scholarships, and military benefits.

Accreditation

Accredited School, ACCSC. TWS-Jacksonville located at 1750 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216 is recognized by ACCSC as a satellite location of TWS-Jacksonville located at 3500 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216. Tulsa Welding School & Technology Center (TWSTC) in Houston and TWS-Jacksonville are branch campuses of Tulsa Welding School, located at 2545 E. 11th St., Tulsa, OK 74104. Tulsa, OK campus is licensed by OBPVS and ASBPCE. Jacksonville, FL campus is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. 2331. TWSTC and TWS in Tulsa, OK are approved by TWC. TWS in Tulsa and Jacksonville are licensed by the Mississippi Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration, License No. C-668, and are regulated by: State Workforce Innovation Council, Office for Career and Technical Schools, 10 N. Senate Ave, Room SE 308, Indianapolis, IN 46204; OCTS@dwd.in.gov; 317-234-8338 or 317-232-1732. GI Bill® Eligible (check with local campus for specific eligibility). The AOSWT program is an Associate of Occupational Studies degree program and is not an academic degree. The AOSWT program is not approved for the following states: CO, GA, IN, LA, MN, and TX. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who complete our programs, and other important information, please visit our website at: http://www.weldingschool.com/student-resources/regulatory-information/.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Campus Programs

Jacksonville, FL
- Certificate
  - Electrical Applications
    The Electrical Applications program at TWS Jacksonville provides students with basic electrical understanding from an elemental stage through trouble shooting. Trainers are used to teach schematic wiring as well as test meter usage along with all the safety processes associated with handling electrical systems such as grounding and energized circuits. Students will work with dual voltage systems commonly found in HVACR equipment. The foundation for control circuit wiring and High voltage wiring are discussed and students will put their knowledge to use while working with the trainers. The training material in this class includes information on multiple types of test meters and their proper use, electrical devices, control devices, and troubleshooting. A study of single phase and three phase motors round out the students understanding of basic electrical principles.
- Diploma
  - Electro-Mechanical Technologies
    The Electro-Mechanical Technologies (EMT) program, available at the Jacksonville campus only, contains nine (9) phase term courses, 38 weeks for day students or 58 weeks for evening students, and 35 semester credit hours. The objective of the EMT program is to train and prepare students for entry as service and maintenance technicians in jobs that utilize technologies employed in the fields of air conditioning (both heating and cooling), and refrigeration. Students completing this program should have an understanding of mechanical and electrical principles and will have practical exposure to diagnosing, servicing and repairing common types of problems in related equipment. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a Diploma.
  - Professional Welder
    The Professional Welder program, available at the Tulsa, OK and Jacksonville, FL campuses only, prepares a graduate for entry level positions in structural, pipe, and thin alloy and/or pipeline welding. Key welding processes include SMAW, MIG, TIG, High Frequency TIG, and Fluxcore. The program consists of 10 three-week courses for a total of 30 weeks, 25 semester credit hours, and 750 contact hours of instruction. Many of all new students elect to take the Professional Welder program because of its large number of specialty courses and expanded welding competencies. The Professional Welder graduate acquires many skills and can branch off into various career and employment opportunities. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a Diploma.
  - Professional Welder with Pipefitting
    The objective of the Professional Welder with Pipefitting program, available at the Tulsa and Jacksonville campuses only, is to equip graduates with knowledge and practical hands-on experience in both the welding and pipefitting industries. From an occupational perspective, the student trained in this program will offer an employer a diversified and versatile skill set. The Professional Welder with Pipefitting graduate acquires many skills and can branch off into various career and employment opportunities. The program contains the first ten (10) courses of the Professional Welder program, and has an additional 4 courses dedicated to basic and advanced pipefitting skills. In total the program contains fourteen (14) threeweek courses for a total of 42 weeks, 36 semester credit hours, and 1050 contact hours of instruction. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a Diploma.
- Certificate
  - R-HVAC Technologies
    When it comes to refrigeration & HVAC training schools, TWS in Jacksonville, Florida has a track record for preparing students for a rewarding career as a Refrigeration & HVAC Technician. Our 7-month curriculum puts a heavy focus on hands-on refrigeration & HVAC training while teaching the fundamentals of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, climate control and refrigeration technologies (HVACR).
Tulsa, OK
- Diploma
  - Professional Welder
    The Professional Welder program, available at the Tulsa, OK and Jacksonville, FL campuses only, prepares a graduate for entry level positions in structural, pipe, and thin alloy and/or pipeline welding. Key welding processes include SMAW, MIG, TIG, High Frequency TIG, and Fluxcore. The program consists of 10 three-week courses for a total of 30 weeks, 25 semester credit hours, and 750 contact hours of instruction. Many of all new students elect to take the Professional Welder program because of its large number of specialty courses and expanded welding competencies. The Professional Welder graduate acquires many skills and can branch off into various career and employment opportunities. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a Diploma.
Houston, TX
- Diploma
  - Welding Specialist
    The Welding Specialist program, available at the Houston Campus only, helps prepare a graduate
    to pursue entry level positions in structural, pipe and pipeline, and thin alloy welding. Key welding
    processes include SMAW (stick), GMAW/FCAW (MIG/Fluxcore), and GTAW (TIG) welding
    procedures. Students have an opportunity to learn welding safety, torch cutting processes, proper arc welding
    equipment setup, important welding control techniques, fundamental welding processes,
    and basic welding metallurgy. This intense program is primarily lab based and focuses on
    developing critical welding skills.
    Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate will receive a diploma and may
    possess the skills and knowledge to test for welder certification through the American
    Welding Society (AWS). As potential employees, students may be able to successfully
    perform essential tasks expected from a certified welder, with minimal supervision. With
    field experience, it may be expected that students’ welding production rates will increase to meet
    industry standards
  - Welding Specialist with Pipefitting
    The Welding Specialist with Pipefitting program, available at the Houston Campus only, prepares a graduate for entry-level positions in structural, pipe and pipeline, and thin alloy welding, as well as for entry-level positions in pipefitting and steam fitting. In addition to the key welding processes learned in the Welding Specialist program, students also learn basic and advanced pipefitting skills.
    Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate will receive a diploma and should possess the skills and knowledge to test for welder certification through the American Welding Society (AWS). Graduates should also be able to successfully perform essential tasks expected from a certified welder, with minimal supervision.

General Info

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
Carnegie Classification:
Unknown

Tulsa Welding School

Jacksonville, FL

Certificate

Diploma

Certificate

Tulsa, OK

Diploma

Houston, TX

Diploma

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