
Those in attendance can view demonstrations; tour the welding lab; meet instructors and students
VANCOUVER — Clark College is hosting a Welding Technology open house on Friday, May 17 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on the main campus, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in its Welding Technology and Fabrication facility in Building AA2.
Learn about the welding industry and get a hands-on tour of the Clark College welding facility. Demonstrations will include a welding robot, virtual reality (VR) welder, computer numerical control (CNC) plasma cutter, press brake and more.

Clark’s welding students can earn an Associate of Applied Technology (AAT) degree in Welding Technologies in two years. Concurrently, students will complete five welding certificates. The welding program offers a part-time schedule and evening classes to accommodate working students. Learn more at Welding (clark.edu)
Driving directions and parking maps are available at www.clark.edu/maps.
If you need accommodation due to a disability in order to fully participate in this event, contact Clark College’s Human Resources Office. Phone: (360) 992-2105 or email hr@clark.edu
About Clark College
Founded in 1933 and celebrating its 90th year, Clark College provides residents of Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality academic and technical education. It is a public community college offering more than 100 degree and certificate programs, including bachelor’s and associate degrees; professional certificates; high school diplomas and GED preparation; and non-credit community and continuing education. Clark serves a wide range of students including high school students, displaced workers, veterans, parents, non-native English speakers, and mature learners. Approximately 45% of its students are in the first generation of their families to attend college.
Information provided by Clark College Communications.
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