Instructor: Caleb Rogers

Caleb Rogers
 Biography: Welding Instructor with experience in pipeline, oil and gas, aerospace, automotive and welding inspection.

Classes by this instructor


Essentials of Welding - 1

Essentials of Welding - 1
Essentials of Welding 1 is a 5 week-long introductory course designed for both beginners and individuals with prior welding experience. The course provides hands-on training in SMAW (Stick Welding) and GMAW (MIG Welding) within the lab, while classroom instruction covers common welding processes, joint design, welding symbols, welding positions, welding discontinuities, and cutting processes. Instructors assess each student's welding abilities and work to continually develop their knowledge, confidence, and technical skills throughout the course.
January 12, 2027 to February 11, 2027, John O. Sessions Mechanical Building 1

Essentials of Welding - 2

Essentials of Welding - 2
Essentials of Welding 2 is a 5 week-long course designed for students who already possess a solid foundation in welding and are ready to further advance their skills and knowledge. This course focuses on advanced GMAW (MIG Welding) processes, including spray transfer, pulse welding, and dual-shield FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding). Students will gain hands-on experience with these processes in both flat and vertical positions, learn specialized techniques for vertical welding applications, and complete multiple groove weld test plates. A prior background in welding or successful completion of Essentials of Welding 1 is required before enrolling in this course.
January 12, 2027 to February 11, 2027, John O. Sessions Mechanical Building 1