Metal Fabrication

Welding is a critical area that supports the success of Wisconsin manufacturers and Fox Valley Technical College’s Welding and Fabrication programs are at the heart of this thriving sector. In a recent Focus on Careers conversation with WHBY’s Hayley Tenpas, department chair Craig Schmidt outlines the three different educational options for students. He also explains

Industrial Welding Technology Career Program: Industrial Welding TechnologyHometown: Fresno, CACurrent Residence: AppletonAge: 24Attended FVTC: Fall 2015 – Present Why did you choose the Industrial Welding Technology​ program? I chose the welding program because I am a hands-on type of person, and welding is all about the hands-on work. This field not only has a lot of interesting things

Fox Valley Technical College and other area technical colleges have helped the fabrication employment outlook in the Oshkosh area.  Read more in the Oshkosh Northwestern >>

Spring 2013 A Door-Opening Experience Grad Wade Wheaton used his Welding & Metal Fabrication skills to open doors for a new career.When the paper mill where Wade Wheaton worked for 29 years shut down, he didn’t despair. Unlike other older workers, this 51-year-old Shiocton resident decided to start a new chapter in his life and

Fall 2009 Valarie Wojcik and Jesse Evans FVTC’s Welding program is a powerful resource for students looking for rewarding careers—and for area companies looking for well-trained workers.  The world of welding has undergone some remarkable changes in the last two decades. “Welding environments are much better today than 15 years ago,” notes Bill Berge, associate