This program supports the U.S. Maritime and Defense Industrial Base manufacturing through The Manufacturers’ Association’s Talent & Innovation Defense Ecosystem (TIDE) Project, helping build highly capable and innovation-driven talent for our regional defense manufacturers. Whether you are a defense employer looking to skill up your existing workforce, or an individual interested in working in defense manufacturing, this course will deliver hands-on, skill-focused training to help meet the critical demands of modern defense manufacturing in our region
Participants in this entry-level welding basics course will learn:
- Basics in SMAW, Mig, Tig, and Flux Core welding
- Blueprint reading
- Welding safety protocols
- Proper equipment setup and usage
This comprehensive 230-hour training program is meticulously designed to develop a skilled workforce ready to tackle the challenges of modern defense manufacturing. By equipping individuals with defense industry-specific skills, this program not only enhances the production capabilities of our workforce but also fosters a vibrant talent ecosystem essential for national security and U.S. industrial competitiveness. Invest in your team’s future with this robust program that aligns with industry needs, promotes innovation, and directly supports the mission of the U. S. Defense and Submarine Industrial Bases and The Manufacturers’ Association’s Talent & Innovation Defense Ecosystem (TIDE) Project.
Participants in this entry-level welding basics course will learn:
- Safety protocols, blueprint reading, and advanced metrology
- Practical experience with cutting tools and machining operations
- Metallurgy, orthographic views, GD&T, and the intricacies of precision and quality CNC machining
- Measuring instruments, cutting fluids, and tool wear management
