ProgramCIP 48.0509

Ironworking/Ironworker

A program that prepares individuals to make and install structural, ornamental, and reinforcing metal structures and supports. Includes instruction in drafting, technical mathematics, blueprint interpretation, welding, riveting, beam placement, ornamental design, structural reinforcement, crane operation, safety, and applicable codes and standards.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

Also called Ironworker (Generalist), Ironworker (Reinforcing), Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental), Ironworker Reinforcing Rebar, Ironworker Rodworker.