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WELDING WITH PIPEFITTING INDUSTRY

ABOUT STRATATECH

StrataTech Education Group focuses on the education, growth, and development of specialized career education schools, particularly skilled-trade programs designed to address the nation’s growing infrastructure needs. Holding an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau, StrataTech Education Group’s portfolio includes The Refrigeration School, Inc. (RSI) (Phoenix), Tulsa Welding School (TWS) (Tulsa, OK), Tulsa Welding School (Jacksonville, FL), Tulsa Welding School & Technology Center (Houston, TX) and Tulsa Welding School serving the Dallas Metro (Dallas, TX) and Atlanta Metro (Atlanta, GA).

TRADES TRAINING

TULSA WELDING SCHOOL

For over 75 years, Tulsa Welding School (TWS) has been training skilled trades professionals, nationwide. Students learn hands-on, technical competencies and skills through labs, virtual reality, and classroom instruction, with a curriculum designed to meet employers’ needs. TWS offers welding, HVAC/Refrigeration, electrical, electrical lineworker, and industrial maintenance programs. There are five TWS campuses across the country, each an ACCSC-accredited school, licensed by OBPVS, approved and regulated by TWC, and licensed by Florida CIE (License #2331).

THE REFRIGERATION SCHOOL

The Refrigeration School, Inc. (RSI) was founded in Phoenix in 1965 and has been training students for sustainable HVAC and refrigeration careers for more than 60 years. Offering hands-on education with a strong emphasis on the highly soughtafter electrical skills, diagnostic and mechanical technology proficiency employers seek, RSI’s programs include Electrical Applications, Refrigeration Technologies, ElectroMechanical Technologies (HVAC/R), AOS in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering, and Welding Specialist. RSI is an ACCSC accredited school and licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Post-Secondary Education.

CONSTRUCTION DRAWING

LOCATIONS

2545 E. 11th St. Tulsa, OK 74104

3500 Southside Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32116

243A Greens Rd. Houston, TX 77060

METRO

E. Airport Fwy. Irving, TX 75062

METRO

Columbia Dr. Decatur, GA 30032

WHY OUR SCHOOLS

OVER 47,000 students graduated from StrataTech institutions OVER 21,800

employers have hired StrataTech graduates ALL 50 STATES employ graduates of Tulsa Welding School1

CORE VALUES

CHALLENGING AND FUN

We cultivate an environment where our faculty, staff, and students feel the joy in asking questions, challenging the status quo, and always innovating and exploring new horizons.

CREATING AN INCREDIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT

We commit to changing lives through a collaborative, inclusive community that encourages excellence within everyone.

GENUINE PEOPLE

We actively encourage and celebrate everyone’s authentic self and foster relationships based on honesty, accountability, respect, and being of service to one another.

FORCE FOR GOOD

We create opportunities for people to find meaning, purpose, creativity, and financial stability; everyone has the potential to positively impact the world.

THE TRADES ARE ESSENTIAL, IN-DEMAND2, AND KEEP THE WORLD MOVING FORWARD.

A CAREER IN THE SKILLED

TRADES MEANS

FREEDOM

Skilled trade professionals are needed everywhere, which means there are opportunities to work where you want to live, and have more independence like managing your own projects or being your own boss.

FLEXIBILITY

Being a skilled trade professional means you can have flexibility in choosing your type of work environment and sometimes even your work schedule to best fit your lifestyle.

GOOD EARNING POTENTIAL3

Professional tradespeople are often in high demand, which could create opportunities for competitive pay, career advancement, and long-term job security.

expected to grow for Electricians (472111) in the U.S. from 762,600 to 811,800 jobs through 2032, in OK from 7,980 to 8,800 jobs, Texas from 64,440 to 81,750 jobs, Florida from 46,150 to 54,990 jobs, and Arizona from 14,560 to 19,700 jobs through 2030. Employment is expected to grow for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (472152) in the U.S. from 482,700 to 493,600 jobs through 2032, in OK from 6,400 to 7,080 jobs, Texas from 42,710 to 52,250 jobs, Florida from 28,740 to 33,070 jobs, and Arizona from 10,410 to 13,540 jobs through 2030. Employment is expected to grow for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (499051) in the U.S. from 122,400 to 125,800 jobs through 2032, in OK from 1,850 to 2,160 jobs, Texas from 10,040 to 12,430 jobs, Florida from 6,550 to 7,270 jobs, and Arizona from 1,270 to 1,420 jobs through 2030. https://www.careeronestop.org - sponsored by the Department of Labor, www.bls.gov, reported as of May 2023. Data pulled April 2024.

STUDENT LIFE

MORE THAN A SCHOOL—

WE’RE A COMMUNITY

Your journey at TWS and RSI goes beyond the classroom. Our campuses are buzzing with energy, opportunity, and a strong sense of community that will help fuel your personal and professional growth.

GROW YOUR SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE

Students to put their training into action with competitions and live industry demos. Our Learning Resource System provides resources for academic support and success.

SUPPORT THAT STICKS

You’ll find community here through student appreciation events, food truck days, guest speakers, and more. Make memories and build a support system for school and beyond.

ON-CAMPUS CAREER CENTER

Our employer spotlight days, hiring events, and one-on-one coaching for resumes and interviews help prepare students for their career after graduation.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

WHY CONSIDER THE TRADES AS A HIGH SCHOOLER?

Graduating high school is a big accomplishment and attending trade school is a notable step to consider for students interested in pursuing hands-on careers and who have a desire to enter the workforce and gain experience sooner than those on the four-year degree path.

Training at TWS or RSI after high school prepares students with the skills for a clear career path in professions like welding, HVAC/Refrigeration, electrical, and industrial maintenance.

ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL WELDING COMPETITION

TWS hosts a national welding competition for high school seniors. This yearly event is looking for the best high school senior students in the country to show off their welding skills and compete to win tuition scholarships to attend TWS.

MILITARY AND VETERANS

BE A HERO EVEN AFTER SERVICE

TWS and RSI are proud of your service, and we know you take pride in the work you do. Our schools are here to help you enhance your skills and train for new career opportunities in the skilled trades to assist with the transition from military life to civilian life.

You helped serve America and now you can train for a career that helps build America. You are at the beginning of your new professional career in the skilled trades. Contact one of our admissions representatives to learn more about financial aid and scholarship options for veterans and their family members.

INDIGENOUS STUDENTS

We are proud to collaborate with Tribal Nations to expand access to hands-on training and career pathways in the skilled trades.

We know that representation, opportunity, and culturally informed support matters. We collaborate with over 30 tribal organizations across Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arizona, and surrounding areas to offer:

• Guidance through admissions and enrollment

• Support from tribal education and workforce programs

Through these partnerships, students can break through financial barriers, gain in-demand skills, and build careers that support themselves, their families, and their communities.

Our mission goes beyond workforce readiness—we aim to help Indigenous students become self-sustaining members of their communities.

WELDING

OVERVIEW

Welders are the ultimate craftsmen. They’re born to build, repair, and make things with their hands. Welding is a vital trade in industries like construction, shipbuilding, aerospace, and manufacturing, and our schools specialize in teaching the core skills needed to succeed in the welding industry. All our programs are led by industry experts and incorporate realworld equipment and techniques to provide students with a solid foundation for a long-term career in welding.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

Professional Welder

TWS Jacksonville, TWS Tulsa, TWS Dallas Metro, TWSTC Houston

Welding Specialist

RSI Phoenix, TWS Atlanta Metro

Welding Specialist with Pipefitting

TWS Jacksonville, TWSTC Houston

Associate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management (AAS)

TWS Dallas Metro, TWSTC Houston

Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology (AOS)

TWS Jacksonville, TWS Oklahoma

PATHWAYS

PROFESSIONAL WELDER /WELDING SPECIALIST (7 months)

7 MONTHS

PROFESSIONAL WELDER/ WELDING SPECIALIST*

This is where welding training begins at TWS and RSI.

Our students learn the fundamentals of welding from expert instructors with a hands-on training program that teaches the practical skills to prepare them for entry-level positions worldwide. After graduation, students will be equipped to test for various welding certifications.

TRAINING LOCATIONS

Arizona RSI Phoenix

Florida TWS Jacksonville

Georgia TWS Atlanta Metro

Oklahoma TWS Tulsa

Texas TWS Dallas Metro

TWSTC Houston

*Program name varies by campus.

Our students get trained in:

• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

• Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding

• Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding

• High-Frequency TIG Welding

• Flux-Cored Arc Welding

• Structural Welding

• Pipe Welding

• Aircraft Welding

• Thin Alloy Welding

• Pipeline Welding

POWERED BY MILLER

Our welding program is partnered with Miller to provide equipment that puts welders first.

When my hood goes down, whatever problems I have in life, whatever’s going on in my life—it just goes away. And you’re just honed in on what you’re doing. I love laying down those beautiful beads and knowing that what I’ve done is going to impact other people’s lives.

Jonathan, Professional Welder TWS Tulsa Graduate

WELDING INNOVATIVE TRAINING WITH OCUWELD

OcuWeld is our Virtual Reality (VR) welding simulator designed by our expert welding instructors for our welding students. Our proprietary software provides welding students with the opportunity to practice hands-on training in a virtual environment with lessons that complement their online and onsite curriculum. This training helps students hone in on their muscle memory skills and adds gamification to their education.

• Real-time feedback

• Fun and interactive learning

• Practice on real-world applications

• Perfect for non-traditional students

OcuWeld is fully self-contained within an Oculus Quest 2 device. Students can access OcuWeld any place, any time, with or without internet connection.

9.5 MONTHS

WELDING SPECIALIST WITH PIPEFITTING

Our welding with pipefitting program trains students in the fundamentals of welding and adds the application of welding to pipe systems installation. This program contains all courses in the Professional Welder and Welding Specialist programs, with two additional courses. After completing this program, students will be able to pursue welding career opportunities in the construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial maintenance fields.

Our students learn the fundamentals of important welding styles like:

• Structural Welding

• Basic and Advanced Pipefitting

• Thin Alloy Welding

• Steamfitting

TRAINING LOCATIONS

Florida TWS Jacksonville

Texas TWSTC Houston

TWS GAVE ME HOPE AND POSSIBILITIES THAT I NEVER THOUGHT WOULD BE POSSIBLE. THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS I LEARNED FROM THEM GAVE ME A STRONG FOUNDATION TO START MY CAREER, AND THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING.

Geicil, Professional Welder TWS Tulsa Graduate

14 MONTHS

ASSOCIATE DEGREE*

Our students can open up more career opportunities by completing an associate degree in welding technology. This program contains all courses in the Professional Welder and Welding Specialist programs, along with two additional courses. Students interested in leadership roles beyond traditional hands-on welding get trained in welding fundamentals plus non-destructive testing techniques, basic metallurgy, codes, and welding inspector quality control and assurance.

TRAINING LOCATIONS

Florida TWS Jacksonville

Oklahoma TWS Tulsa

Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology (AOSWT)

Texas TWS Dallas Metro

TWSTC Houston

Associate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management (AASWI)

GO FROM PROFESSIONAL WELDER TO CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR

Completing an associate-level degree opens the path to career opportunities in inspection, diagnostics, and calibration and expedites the work experience requirements needed to sit for the American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) exam.

FLEXIBLE PROGRAM OPTIONS

Our program structure offers unparalleled flexibility for students interested in the associate welding program. No fixed start dates and hybrid learning methods allow students to start anytime and learn as it best fits their schedule.

*Program name varies by campus.

REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO SIT FOR AWS CWI EXAM4 of welding-based work experience +

4 YRS with a high school diploma or equivalent 5 YRS

2 YRS with completed trade school courses

PROFESSIONAL WELDER/ WELDING SPECIALIST*

ASSOCIATE DEGREE*

This program contains all courses in the Professional Welder and Welding Specialist programs, along with two additional courses. Curriculum may vary by campus.

COURSES 7 - 12

PHASE

Learn and apply codes and standards for metal fabrication

COMMUNICATIONS AND RECORDS

Radiographic film interpretation

Workplace communication and documentation

Filing systems and writing activity reports

THEORY (54%)

Analyze fabrication drawings and bills of materials Non-destructive testing techniques

Particle testing techniques (magnetic, wet)

Theory of radiographic testing and safety for such testing

PRACTICAL (46%)

Prepare bills of materials. Review and discuss fabrication drawings. Carry out visual and leak testing

Detect surface defects on nonporous solid material

Apply the use of radiographic testing

COURSES 13 - 19

*Professional Welder at TWS Jacksonville, TWS Tulsa, TWS Dallas Metro, and TWSTC Houston

*Welding Specialist at RSI Phoenix and TWS Atlanta Metro

Fundamentals of computer systems and industry software and client communication

PRACTICAL (46%)

Total

Software applications as they relate to welding industry

Fundamentals of pre-algebra Professional writing techniques

Measurements, geometry, probability, and basic algebra concepts

Practice writing for personal and professional applications

*Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology at TWS Jacksonville, TWS Tulsa, and TWS Dallas Metro

*Associate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management at TWS Dallas Metro and TWSTC Houston