Orbital Welding
Overview
Launch a career at the forefront of advanced manufacturing with our Orbital Welding Technician Program. Designed to meet the growing workforce needs of the semiconductor and high-purity process industries, this program provides specialized training in one of the most precise and sought-after welding technologies used today.
Students will learn the principles and application of orbital welding systems used to produce consistent, high-quality welds on stainless steel tubing and piping systems. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory exercises, participants will develop skills in equipment setup, weld parameter selection, process monitoring, quality control, inspection techniques, and industry safety practices.
Orbital welding is a critical process throughout semiconductor manufacturing facilities, where ultra-high-purity piping systems transport specialty gases and chemicals used in chip production. Because these systems demand exceptional cleanliness, precision, and weld integrity, employers rely on highly trained technicians capable of meeting stringent quality standards.
The curriculum emphasizes industry best practices for high-purity welding applications and introduces students to the standards commonly used in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing environments. Students will gain practical experience working with specialized orbital welding equipment while learning the documentation and quality assurance procedures required by leading industrial employers.
Graduates will be prepared to support new facility construction, equipment installation projects, manufacturing expansions, and maintenance operations in a rapidly growing market.
| Type | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Course Sequences | Welding - Grayson College Catalog |
| Scholarships | Available |
| Program Contact | Nathan Kriechbaum kriechbaumn [at] grayson [dot] edu |
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue careers as:
- Orbital Welding Technician
- High-Purity Welding Specialist
- Semiconductor Construction Technician
- Process Piping Welder
- Mechanical Systems Technician
- Industrial Fabrication Technician
- Quality Control Welding Technician