In addition to Tuition & Fees, the following equipment is required at the student's expense:
- A Tool Set - Printable list of required tools and potential vendors
- Students have an opportunity to purchase welding jackets, hoods and the required tools
at a discount through many different vendors who support the Welding Program.
- Students pursuing a certificate and/or degree at LCC are required to purchase the
full tool set.
- Students pursuing a single welding course as an elective may purchase a foundational
tool kit available through the welding program. This foundational tool kit is adequate
to accomplish the work required of the students during their coursework.
- Safety Glasses*
- Welding Jacket
- Welding Hood
*Safety glasses are available for purchase through the LCC bookstore.
At least one Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) exam is required for certificate and degree seeking students.
The faculty at LCC strongly recommend purchasing high quality tools that will support
your future career. If there are questions regarding the required tool list or to
inquire about the foundational tool kit, please reach out to LCC Welding Instructor,
Natasha Allen at nallen@lowercolumbia.edu or (360) 442-2740.
