Welding
Welding Training in English, Weekends or Weekdays
Rios Trade School offers hands-on welding training in Dyer, Indiana, with programs covering Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux Core, and Pipe welding. Students train in a working shop environment and develop practical skills through direct experience with welding equipment and materials.
Our welding programs train students to work toward AWS standards. For students who want to earn an American Welding Society (AWS) certification, certification testing is arranged separately from the training program.
We welcome students from Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and surrounding areas. Weekday and weekend options are available depending on the welding program you choose, making it possible to train around work and other responsibilities.
Students train with welding machines, tools, and equipment provided by Rios Trade School during class. Students are responsible for bringing the required personal protective equipment for welding.
- 9 to 18 weeks, depending on the program
- Full Authorization from Indiana OCTS
What Students Gain
• Hands-on welding training: Develop practical skills across different welding processes, materials, positions, and shop applications.
• Training to industry standards: Build welding skills using processes and practices commonly used in the field.
• AWS certification option: American Welding Society certification testing is available separately from the training program.
Welding Skills and Processes
Welding in Different Positions
Develop practical welding skills in different positions and work situations while building the control and technique needed for a variety of projects.
Multiple Welding Processes
Train with welding processes including Stick (SMAW), MIG, TIG, and Flux Core (FCAW), developing skills that apply to different types of welding work.
Pipe Welding
Build practical knowledge and skills related to pipe welding and other specialized welding applications.
Working with Different Materials
Gain experience working with different metals and materials commonly used in welding applications.
Cutting and Gas Processes
Learn techniques and procedures used for cutting and gas-related work while following safe shop practices.
Compare Our Welding Programs
Choose the welding program that best fits the process you want to learn and the schedule that works for you.
| Program | Processes | Length | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday Intensive | MIG and Stick | 9 weeks 216 hours | Monday to Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Structural Welding | Stick (SMAW), 7018 electrode | 18 weeks 108 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Multi-Process Welding | Stick, MIG, TIG, Flux Core | 18 weeks 108 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| MIG and Flux Core | MIG (GMAW), Flux Core (FCAW) | 9 weeks 54 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| TIG Welding | TIG (GTAW) | 9 weeks 54 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Pipefitter — Stick and TIG | Stick and TIG on pipe | 18 weeks 108 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Pipefitter — Stick or TIG | Stick or TIG on pipe | 9 weeks 54 hours | Saturday or Sunday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
Choose Your Welding Program
Select a program below to see its schedule, training hours, welding processes, and additional details.
Training or Certification for Your Crew
Need to train multiple welders or discuss an AWS certification path for your company? See our employer training options.
What To Bring On Day One
You supply your own protective gear. Have all of it with you for your first class, because you cannot be in class without it.
Don't Have Your Gear Yet?
We sell welding kits at the school, so you do not have to hunt for this list piece by piece. Ask your student advisor what the kit covers when you enroll.
How to Enroll
- Application
Schedule a Call: Contact us to speak with a student advisor about the welding programs, current openings, schedules, and the next steps.
- Interview
- Visit the School: Come to our Dyer campus for an in-person conversation and tour. You will have the opportunity to see the welding shop, classrooms, equipment, and training environment.
- Explore Your Options: During your visit, our team will explain the available welding programs, schedules, expectations, and help you determine which option best fits your goals.
- Complete Your Enrollment
Payment plans are available. A student advisor will explain the available payment plan and the conditions that apply to the welding program you choose.
