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Welding in Rural Oklahoma: Job Options Outside the Big Cities

Welding opens the door to a variety of career paths in rural Oklahoma, with steady demand* across several industries. Common sectors looking for welders include: Manufacturing Construction Agriculture These industries rely on skilled welders to handle critical work like fabricating metal structures and […]

Ace the CWI Exam: Study Strategies & Resources for Aspiring Inspectors

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials can open up new professional pathways in the welding industry. Preparing for the CWI Exam requires qualified experience, as well […]

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Beyond the Bead: Exploring Robotics and Automation in Modern Welding

The welding industry has long relied on skilled professionals to build, repair, and maintain the structures that shape our world. From bridges and pipelines to […]

Building Real-World HVAC Skills with Resideo’s Learning Kit

TWS/RSI is proud to be the first trade school in the nation to introduce the Resideo Academy HVAC Learning Kit into hands-on training. Launched at […]

Green Welding: Sustainable Practices and Eco‑Friendly Techniques

Alongside many industrial processes, welding can have environmental consequences. The release of fumes, consumption of energy, and use of non-renewable sources can all contribute to […]

Cross‑Training in Welding and Electrical/HVAC

The job market is shifting. Employers are looking for technicians who bring more than one skill to the table. For those in skilled trades, cross-training […]

Career Options for People with an Industrial Maintenance Technician Certification

Machines don’t fix themselves. Behind every humming factory line and buzzing power station is a skilled hand keeping the gears turning. If you’re someone who […]

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