Teach students the fundamentals of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

Maintain a rigorous safety protocol in the shop; conduct regular equipment inspections and ensure all students are proficient in the use of

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Align lesson plans with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards and industry requirements

Prepare and test students for industry-recognized credentials (AWS, NCCER, or SP2)

Manage inventory, order consumables (gas, wire, rod) and perform routine maintenance on shop equipment