Overview

Welding is part of the Industrial Technology program at Ivy Tech. Within this program, there are three degrees available that focus on welding, the Welding Certification (CT), the Welding Technical Certificate (TC) and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Industrial Technology. When a student completes the whole program, they will have earned four certificates from the American Welding Society (AWS), OSHA 10 certification, and have the soft skills that all employers desire. The ARI plan would create a welding program in conjunction with Batesville’s Ivy Tech Community College. This project would allow the region to purchase welding equipment and fund faculty members to teach welding courses in Batesville. As a result, economically disadvantaged students in the region would have the opportunity to earn a debt-free education that enables them to meet the growing demand for quality, high-wage welding jobs. Additionally, additional welders in the region would support regional businesses and create opportunities for the expansion of manufacturing-related enterprises in the region. The project is estimated to start in March 2023 and end in May 2024. ARPA funds will be used to fund classroom renovation. Matching funds will be provided by Batesville Community School Corporation, Batesville RDC, and Wood-Mizer.