HoHoKus School of Trade and Technical Sciences

HoHoKus School of Trade and Technical Sciences is a private career school in Paterson, New Jersey. Its welding diplomas combine classroom theory with hands-on shop instruction. Structural Plate Welding covers MIG, TIG, electric-arc welding, cutting, blueprint reading, metal theory, safety, and AWS D1.1-oriented plate work. Welding and Manufacturing Technology adds sheet-metal fabrication and machine-shop technology for careers in welding, fabrication, ironwork, and manufacturing.

Programs Offered

Structural Plate Welding (AWS D1.1)

Credential: Diploma
Program cost: $17,280
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Structural, Performance
Program Length: 600 hours
AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Day: 24 weeks; Evening: 48 weeks

This diploma prepares students for combination welding and code-certification work through MIG, TIG, and advanced electric-arc welding, metal theory,… Read full description

This diploma prepares students for combination welding and code-certification work through MIG, TIG, and advanced electric-arc welding, metal theory, cutting, blueprint reading, and extensive shop practice in multiple positions. Instruction emphasizes safety and AWS D1.1 structural plate requirements; certification depends on individual performance and is not required for graduation.

Offered at

Paterson Campus — Paterson, NJ

Welding and Manufacturing Technology

Credential: Diploma
Program cost: $23,613
Processes: Stick, Structural, Fabrication, Performance
Program Length: 906 hours
AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Day: 36 weeks; Evening: 72 weeks

This diploma combines Stick plate welding with sheet-metal fabrication and machine-shop technology. Students learn welding and manufacturing theory,… Read full description

This diploma combines Stick plate welding with sheet-metal fabrication and machine-shop technology. Students learn welding and manufacturing theory, shop practice, fabrication, and code-oriented skills for entry- and mid-level work in welding, ironwork, fabrication, and manufacturing. Graduates are eligible to pursue NIMS credentials and AWS D1.1 structural plate certification.

Offered at

Paterson Campus — Paterson, NJ

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