Welding
Welders are in demand in industries like construction, manufacturing, automotives, aerospace, and more. Ridgewater College trains students with skills and knowledge on various metals and components.
Students learn skills in:
- Blueprint reading and various layout methods
- MIG, TIG and stick welding
- Fabrication processes such as plasma and shears cutting, press brakes and rollers, and robotic welding
* Tuition/fees and additional costs are approximate and based on 2025-26 school year.
- 16 credit certificates
- 32, 60, & 64 credit diplomas
- 72 credit degree
- In person courses
- Start in fall
Program Delivery
Section titled “Program Delivery”- In person
- M–Th (8 am–4:30 pm)
- Willmar (All degree and award options available)
- Hutchinson (1-year diploma and certificate only)
- Fall start only
Program Cost*
Section titled “Program Cost*”Tuition/Fees
Section titled “Tuition/Fees”- AAS – $16,080
- Diploma – $7,147-$14,294
- Certificate – $3,573
Additional costs
Section titled “Additional costs”- Tools/safety equipment: $700-$1,000
- Book costs vary
Program Highlights
Section titled “Program Highlights”- Certified American Welding Society Testing Facility
Careers & Jobs
Section titled “Careers & Jobs”- Welder
- Industrial Welder
- Pipe Welder
- Fabricator