Welding Technology/Welder at Portland Community College in Portland, OR

Precision Production ASSOCIATE CIP 48.0508

Total Graduates

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

78%

14 of 18

Female Graduates

22%

4 of 18

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,220

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Welding Technology/Welder. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $5,220 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Portland Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Welding Technology/Welder.

Degree Level ASSOCIATE

CIP Code 48.0508

Program Family Precision Production

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 18 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 78% male, 22% female

License Requirements for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers in Oregon

Working in this field in Oregon may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Apprentice, Registered (Industrial Trades)
Bureau of Labor and Industries

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Average Starting Salary

$51,000

10-Year Job Growth

+2.2%

Career Readiness Score

0/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers SOC: 51-4121	$40,800	+2.2%	0%	primary100% confidence
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders SOC: 51-4122	$37,648	-9%	0%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$38,250

Peak Salary

$63,750

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Portland Community College

Location Portland, OR

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,220

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,440

Average Net Price $9,372

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Program Information

CIP Code: 48.0508

CIP Family: 48

IPEDS ID: