Manufacturing Technologies

The SLTATC is currently in the process of creating this Division. The first program scheduled to be brought on-line is welding. Others may be added in the future. Industrial or Manufacturing Technologies at other Utah ATCs include such areas as computer-aided drafting and design (CAD); heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); electronics; composite materials; industrial automation; and machinist. Check the SLTATC website for the status of the welding program as well as future additions to the Manufacturing Technologies Division.

Courses
Individual courses within the Manufacturing Technologies Division may be taken separately or as a set. Each individual class will give you a specific set of knowledge and skills. When taken as a complete set, a courses become part of a comprehensive education designed to help you succeed in the workplace. The Introduction and Safety Course is required before taking any other courses.

View the list of Manufacturing Technologies courses.

Industry Overview
Welding, soldering, and brazing workers held about 429,000 jobs in 2004. Of these jobs, more than 6 of every 10 were found in manufacturing. Jobs were concentrated in fabricated metal product manufacturing, transportation equipment manufacturing (motor vehicle body and parts and ship and boat building), machinery manufacturing (agriculture, construction, and mining machinery), architectural and structural metals manufacturing, and construction.

Employment of welding, soldering, and brazing workers is expected to grow more slowly than average for all occupations over the 2004-14 period. Despite this, job prospects should be excellent as employers report difficulty finding enough qualified people. In addition, many openings are expected to arise as a large number of workers retire over the next decade.

Employment Outlook
Here’s the employment outlook for the welding program soon to be made available at the SLTATC, as reported in the November 2005 Utah Department of Workforce Services Occupational Employment Survey:

More Information
Because the Manufacturing industry is continually evolving and changing, programs and courses at the SLTATC are constantly evolving and improving so that you receive the best and most current training. Please see the individual program and course pages for the latest information.