Welding

A Career in Welding

As a beginning welder, you can expect to earn from $6.00-$12.00/hr. On the average, a welder will make $10.00-$15.00/hr., with payscales going as high as $25.00-$40.00/hr.Graduates from the ECC welding program are currently working in industry in the St. Louis region as well as out-of-state.

Admission Requirements

Anyone, male or female, who has completed high school or the equivalent and has been accepted as a student at East Central College may choose welding as their major.No previous welding experience is necessary to enroll but could certainly benefit the student. Skills such as manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are very advantageous.New classes begin each fall semester. Enrollment is limited each year, therefore early application and registration is advised.

ECC's Program

The East Central College Welding Program offers innovative instruction and individualized guidance for the beginning welder as well as the professional welder.An enhanced learning environment is generated by mixing classroom instruction with the latest technical welding processes in the lab. Students have the opportunity to gain knowledge for a growing career that offers an attractive pay scale and benefits. Career opportunities include jobs in areas such as production, maintenance/repair, shipyard, tool and die, pressure vessel, and underwater arc welding.A variety of degree plans are available through the ECC Welding Program including a one-year certificate, an advanced certificate and an associate degree plan. Detailed information about the program is available from the course descriptions of the catalog, or by contacting Chester Livell at 636-239-0598