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Welding Technologies

Share Time Welding

Located at Morris County School of Technology, Denville

The Welding program provides comprehensive education in metallurgy principles and advanced welding techniques through hands-on fabrication experiences. Students develop expertise in precise welding skills, measurement systems, safety protocols, and time management while exploring welding processes, technical procedures, and industry standards through both classroom instruction and practical workshop applications.

Morris County high school students in 10th grade may apply for their 11th and 12th-grade year. 

Photo of Welding Teacher Kurt Schubert

Email: schubertk@mcvts.org

Phone: 973 627- 4600 X 283

Mr. Kurt Schubert

Overview of Program

Students attend the following sessions for this Share Time program

Year 1 Students: Morning Session 8:00 - 10:40 am
Year 2 Students: Afternoon Session 12:10 - 2:50 pm

Students earn: 20 Career and Technical Education credits per school year

Learning Experience

Students engage in hands-on welding projects that combine technical knowledge with practical application of welding processes and metallurgy concepts. The program emphasizes authentic welding methodology through direct work with flammable and potentially dangerous substances, requiring strict adherence to safety regulations and proper equipment usage that mirrors professional welding environments.

Skills and Prerequisites for Success

Prospective students should demonstrate ability to read and comprehend technical information at high-school level and accurately use both metric and standard measurement systems. The program requires individuals who can demonstrate initiative by independently performing instructor-directed tasks, possess precise fine motor skills, and maintain strong time management capabilities.

Important Considerations

  • Technical Reading: High-school-level comprehension of welding and metallurgy information
  • Measurement Systems: Accurate use of both metric and standard measurement tools
  • Independent Initiative: Self-directed task completion following instructor guidance
  • Fine Motor Skills: Precise hand coordination for detailed welding operations
  • Time Management: Efficient project completion and workshop productivity
  • Multi-Step Instructions: Accurate following of complex welding procedures
  • Safety Regulations: Strict compliance with welding safety protocols and standards
  • PPE Requirements: Proper use of personal protective equipment with hazardous materials
  • Metallurgy Understanding: Knowledge of metal properties and welding processes
  • Dangerous Substances: Safe handling of flammable and potentially hazardous materials
  • Technical Procedures: Learn various welding techniques and applications
  • Industry Standards: Compliance with professional welding codes and practices

This program is ideal for students who are passionate about metalworking and welding, enjoy both technical learning and hands-on fabrication work, and are prepared to engage in comprehensive welding training with strict attention to safety protocols and precision techniques.

Students learn:

  • Tool and Shop Safety
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding
  • Flux Core Metal Arc Welding
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG)
  • Air Carbon Arc Cutting
  • Plasma Arc Cutting
  • Print and Drawing Interpretations
  • Oxy/Fuel Cutting System
  • Fabrication
  • Machine Shop Concepts
  • Applied Math Concepts
  • Applied Science Concepts
  • OSHA 10 Training and Certification
  • AWS Student Certification