Welding is key to our economy, new program opens at North Florida College

North Florida College Contributor The demand for the welding profession is growing and the need for trained, skilled employees is critical. Recognizing that professional welders are needed to fulfill current and future industry demand, North Florida College (NFC) will start its Welding Technology Program Spring Semester 2025 exclusively at is Madison campus. Students will have the opportunity to learn with state-of-the-art equipment that allows for real-world experiences. NFC’s welding lab will train for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Carbon Arc Gouging (GAC) principles, visual examination skills, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Weldi