ProgramCIP 48.0511

Metal Fabricator

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to further process ferrous and/or non-ferrous metal plates or shapes, and to manufacture and/or install products as interpreted through technical drawings. Includes instruction in trade tools, shop equipment, reading and interpreting blueprints, material handling, welding, thermal cutting, metallurgy, template pattern development, plate and structural fabrication, destructive and non-destructive testing, inspection, shipment preparation and fabrication installation.

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

Also called Metal Fabricator, Steel Fabricator, Steel Fabricator (Fitter), Structural Steel and Plate Fitter.