424 Kansas Ave.
Modesto, CA 95351
Phone 209-523-0753
Fax 209-523-8826
Email – caltrade2@aol.com
www.caltradeweldingschoolofmodesto.com
Lifetime Job Placement Assistance
Approved for the training of Veterans
Visa/MasterCard
01/01/2020 – 12/31/2022
Robert C. Erwin
Owner/Administrator
Tours Available
Office Hours Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Hours of Study 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Open Enrollment
Shifts subject to change without notice
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Mission Statement 2
BPPE approval 2
Questions 2
Review Docs Prior to Signing 3
Complaint 3
Address 3
Catalog Policy 3
Updating Catalog 3
Standard Occupational Classification Codes 3
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Course Outline 4
Combination Welding Course 5
Structural Welding Course 6
Mig and Tig Specialty Course 7
Pipeline Welding Course 8
Inspector Preparation Course 9
Profession 10
Staff 10
Qualifications of Staff 10
Admissions / Enrollment 11
Withdraws and Refunds 12
Probation and Dismissal 13
Attendance Policy 13
Attendance Policy Continued 14
Leave of Absence 14
Payment Information 14
Loans 15
Bankruptcy 15
Placement Assistance 15
Occupational Requirements 15
Student Tuition Recovery Fund Statement 16
Transfer Out 17
Facility and Equipment 17
Library 17
Optional Assistance Programs and Services 17
Student Ratio and Methods of Instruction 18
English as a Second Language ESL 18
Housing 18
Visa 18
Experiential Credit 18
Financial Aid 18
Standards /Satisfactory Academic Progress Guidelines 19
Distance ED 19
Notice of Student Rights 19
Safety Compliance and Enrollment Limitations 20
Record Retention 20
Conduct and Dismissal 20
Policy for GI Bill® and VR&E beneficiaries 20
Calendar/Operating Hours / Class room Hours 21
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto is to provide educational career
programs, which prepare students to succeed in a chosen vocation.
At Cal-Trade Welding School, a student is provided the opportunity to develop
knowledge and skills, self-discipline and self-confidence, a professional attitude, and the
ability to meet employer expectations.
In order to assist the student in achieving these goals, the institution has established a
professional environment consisting of:
1. A facility of experienced professionals possessing extensive knowledge, skills,
and concern of student achievement and success; and who continually
participates in activities to upgrade their knowledge and skill.
2. Hands on training conducted in a professional environment.
3. A curriculum devoted to career related subjects and tasks enabling students to
obtain knowledge and skill in course work that relates to their future employment.
BPPE APPROVED
This institution is a private institution and it is approved to operate by the Bureau for
Private Postsecondary Education and approval to operate means compliance with state
standards as set forth in the Ed. code.
Cal-Trade Welding School is not accredited by any accrediting agency recognized with
the United States Department of Education.
QUESTIONS
Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been
Satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private
Postsecondary Education at 2535 Capitol Oaks Dr. Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833,
www.bppe.ca.gov, toll-free telephone number (888) 370-7589, or by fax (916)263-1897.
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REVIEW DOCS PRIOR TO SIGNING
As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an
enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the school performance fact
sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.
COMPLAINT
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling 1(888) 370-7589 or by
completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s internet web site
www.bppe.ca.gov
ADDRESS
Class session will be held at 424 Kansas Ave. Modesto, CA 95351.
Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto is conveniently located close to the welding
industry and is easily accessible to and from the freeway and main streets.
Our address is 424 Kansas Avenue; which is approximately 300 yards off the 99
freeway, on the Kansas exit.
CATALOG POLICY
Cal-Trade shall provide a hardcopy of the School catalog to any person upon request.
In addition, Cal-Trade will provide student brochures to any interest person upon
request.
UPDATING CATALOG
The school catalog will be updated every year.
STANDARD OCCUPATIONAL CLASSIFICATION CODES
51-9198 - Welders Helper
51-4121 – Welder, Welders, Arc, Welders, cutters, Solderers and Brazers, welder pipe
51-4122 – Welder machine operators, Machine setters, Machine tenders
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FULL COURSES
TOTAL
WEEKS
TOTAL
HOURS
REGISTRATION
FEE
TUITION
COST
CERTIFICATION
COST
TOTAL
COST *
COMBINATION WELDING
18
540
$100.00
$5500.00
$450.00
$9750.00
ARC, HELIARC, MIG, INNERSHIELD AND INTRODUCTORY PIPE WELDING WITH MILD STEEL ELECTRODES.
TIG/ MIG
10
300
$100.00
$4500.00
$450.00
$6995.00
HELIARC MILD STEEL, STAINLESS STEEL, ALUMINUM TO AIRCRAFT CODE, MIG, INNERSHIELD AND DUALSHIELD
ON MILD STEEL TO AWS AND ASME CODES.
STRUCTURAL WELDING
9
270
$100.00
$3698.00
$450.00
$5500.00
ARC, MIG, DUALSHIELD AND INNERSHIELD ON MILD STEEL TO AWS AND ASME CODES.
PIPELINE WELDING
10
300
$100.00
$5000.00
$450.00
$7950.00
ARC, HELIARC TO ASME AND API CODES, MILD STEEL ELECTRODES. ANY STUDENT WISHING TO ENROLL IN THIS
COURSE MUST HAVE PREVIOUS WELDING EXPERIENCE.
WELDING INSPECTORS
COURSE
8-10
300
$100.00
$5000.00
$7500.00
Any student wishing to enroll in this course must have 5 years’ experience in occupational code related structural application or
equivalent. A high school graduate or equivalency diploma, able to submit an application with written verification of
documented employment or combination employment and school transcripts (2 years-maximum school substitutes for work
experience.). The administrator prior to course enrollment must review the application. The fee does not include the AWS test
fee or any retakes.
*Total cost is the total charges for the current period of attendance and the estimated total charges for the entire educational
program.
Part time refresher courses
REFRESHER COURSES ARE NOT APPROVED FOR VETERANS TRAINING
COURSES
HOURS
TOTAL
COST PER HOUR
BASIC ARC
WELDING
100
$2500.00
$25.00
ADVANCED ARC
WELDING
40
$1000.00
$25.00
BASIC HELIARC
WELDING
40
$1000.00
$25.00
ADVANCED
HELIARC WELDING
16
$400.00
$25.00
PIPE WELDING
(ARC ONLY)
24
$600.00
$25.00
PIPE WELDING
(HELIARC ONLY)
24
$600.00
$25.00
MIG OR
INNERSHIELD
-
-
$25.00
Certification $450.00 for an all position (2 plates) pass or fail -
$450.00 for one plate pass or fail
FOR ALL COURSES
STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS. IF CORRECTIVE LENSES ARE
WORN, PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES ARE TO BE PROVIDED BY THE STUDENT.
WE HAVE OPEN ENROLLMENT AND LIFETIME JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE.
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BEGINNERS COURSE
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
COURSE: COMBINATION WELDING COURSE
Occupational Objective: Combination welder with certification to AWS D1.1 Structural
Steel Welding Codes.
DOT Number: 819.384-010
Training is conducted in the shop on the school premises. The students work toward
certifications which they can achieve in several welding processes. Welding certification
is a requirement for graduation.
When the course is finished, a certificate of completion is issued along with the
appropriate welding certifications.
Students may enroll any school day as instruction is offered in continuous modules or
cycles allowing for entry at any time into the theory and lecture session.
Course Length:
6 hours per day, 5 days per week
30 hours per week, 18 weeks
540 hours total
Students will learn to do basic arc welding with stick welding. They progress through the
wire feed processes including gas shielded mig and self-shielded flux cored wire. Hand
fed tig welding is also included in the program. Cutting and grinding metal fundamentals
are included.
STEEL TOE BOOTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BY ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO
PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS.
Course Fees:
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $100.00
Tuition Cost: $5500.00
Required Textbook and Supplies $3700.00
Certification Cost (Arc) $450.00
TOTAL COST $9750.00
Course Outline: Clock Hours
Stick Welding 200
Oxy – Acetylene Cutting 60
Heliarc Welding 120
Mig Welding 60
FCAW and FCAW-G Welding 80
Introduction to Pipe Welding 20
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 540
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COURSE: STRUCTURAL WELDING
Occupational Objective: Certified Structural welder
DOT Number 812.844
Training is conducted in the shop on the school premises. The students work toward
certifications which they can achieve in several welding processes. Welding certification
is a requirement for graduation.
When the course is finished, a certificate of completion is issued along with the
appropriate welding certifications.
Students may enroll any school day as instruction is offered in continuous modules of
cycles allowing for entry at any time into the theory and lecture sessions.
Course Length: 6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
30 hours per week, 9 weeks.
270 total hours
Students are taught the processes of stick arc welding. They also move along to the
wire feeders including mig welding and flux cored arc welding. We teach both self-
shielded and gas shielded flux cored wires.
STEEL TOE BOOTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BY ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO
PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS.
Course Fees:
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $100.00
Tuition Cost: $3698.00
Required Textbook and Supplies $1252.00
Certification Cost (Arc) $450.00
TOTAL COST $5500.00
Course Outline: Clock Hours
FCAW 80
FCAW-G 60
Mig Welding 60
Stick Welding 70
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 270
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COURSE: MIG/TIG SPECIALTY
Occupational Objective: Certified MIG/TIG Welder
DOT Number 812.844
Training is conducted in the shop on the school premises. The students work toward
certifications which they can achieve in several welding processes. Welding certification
is a requirement for graduation.
When the course is finished, a certificate of completion is issued along with the
appropriate welding certifications.
Students may enroll any school day as instruction is offered in continuous modules of
cycles allowing for entry at any time into the theory and lecture sessions.
Course Length: 6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
30 hours per week, 10 weeks.
300 total hours
Students will learn to set up and calibrate the welding machines used to do Mig/Tig
welding. They will learn the fundamentals of welding with the hand fed tig torch and the
self-feeding mig wire.
STEEL TOE BOOTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BY ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO
PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS.
Course Fees:
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $100.00
Tuition Cost: $4500.00
Required Textbook and Supplies $1945.00
Certification Cost (Arc) $450.00
TOTAL COST $6995.00
Course Outline: Clock Hours
Heliarc Welding on Mild Steel 50
Stick Welding 60
Heliarc Welding on Stainless Steel 60
Heliarc Welding on Aluminum Alloys 30
Wire Feed Welding 100
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 300
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ADVANCED COURSE
COURSE: PIPELINE WELDING
Occupational Objective: Certified all position Pipe Welder
DOT Number: 812.884
Training is conducted in the shop on the school premises. The students work toward
certifications which they can achieve in several pipe welding techniques. Welding
certification is a requirement for graduation.
When the course is finished, a certificate of completion is issued along with the
appropriate welding certifications.
Students may enroll any school day as instruction is offered in continuous modules or
cycles allowing for entry at any time into the theory and lecture sessions.
Prerequisites: Students desiring to enroll in this course must be a certified structural
welder or show proof of a minimum of 150 hours of arc welding. Students will be asked
to demonstrate his/her ability.
Course length: 6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
30 hours per week, 10 weeks.
300 total hours.
This course is designed to upgrade a welder’s skill level to pipeline welding. The
pipeline process uses black iron pipe for the student to weld around two pieces of pipe
joining them together. This is done for steam lines, oil lines, ammonia lines, etc.
STEEL TOE BOOTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BY ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO
PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS.
Course Fees:
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $100.00
Tuition Cost: $5000.00
Required Textbook and Supplies $2400.00
Certification Cost (Arc) $450.00
TOTAL COST $7950.00
Course Outline: Clock Hours
Pipe Welding 240
Oxy – Acetylene Cutting 30
Heliarc Welding 30
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 300
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ADVANCED COURSE
COURSE: WELDING INSPECTOR PREPARATION COURSE
Occupational Objective: Certified Welding Inspector.
Upon successful completion, a certificate of completion will be given. Instruction is in
residence on the school premises.
Student may enroll any school day as instruction is offered in continuous modules of
cycles allowing for entry at any time into the theory and lecture sessions. Students will
progress at their individual rate of capability and study habit and understanding.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites: Students enrolling in this course must have 5 years’ experience in
occupational code related structural application or equivalent, a high school graduate or
equivalent diploma. Students must be able to submit an application with written
verification of documented employment and school transcripts. (Two – (2) years
maximum school substitute for work experience). The administrator prior to course
enrollment must review the application.
Course length: 6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
30 hours per week, 10 weeks
300 total hours
This course is designed to prepare the student to take the test given to certify a person
for being a welding inspector.
Course Fees:
Non-refundable Registration Fee $100.00
Tuition Cost: $5000.00
Required Text Book and Supplies: $2400.00
(AWS test fees are not included)
(Seminar Costs are not included)
Total Cost $7500.00
Course Outline: Clock Hours
Development of Quality Assurance 30
Quality Control Program 30
Welding Codes and Application 30
Welding Procedure and Qualifications 30
Discontinuities and Defects 30
Destructive Testing Methods 30
Non-Destructive Testing Methods 30
Review and Testing Using Appropriate Code Books 30
Welding Symbols and Blue print Reading Course 30
Sample Test Question (Given at the end of the course) 30
MAXIMUM CLOCK HOURS 300
STEEL TOE BOOTS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BY ALL STUDENTS. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO
PROVIDE THEIR OWN SAFETY BOOTS.
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PROFESSION
State license is not required for the welding field. Students will be certified welders upon
graduation.
STAFF
OWNERSHIP, GOVERNING BODY, AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS
The sole ownership of Robert C. Erwin operates Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto.
Administrative officials are:
Robert C. Erwin President
Robert C. Erwin Administrator
Maria Rodrigues Administrative Assistant
Instructors are:
Robert C. Erwin Instructor/Inspector
Robert has been a certified welding inspector since 1988 and has been welding since 1968.
Adam C. Erwin Instructor
Adam has been welding since 1990.
David Stuart Instructor
David has been welding since 1967.
QUALIFICATIONS OF STAFF
The school administrator, Robert C. Erwin was educated at Modesto Junior College and received an AA
degree in 1972, a certificate of completion in Advanced Layout at Hogan Manufacturing in 1979, and an
Ultrasonic Level I & II, certificates of completion were conferred on Robert in 1981 from
Karetkrametr-Branson.
Mr. Erwin is a certified welding inspector QCI-88 from the American Welding Society
(license#80112221).
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ADMISSIONS/ENROLLMENT
Cal-Trade Welding school of Modesto has open enrollment. We require 24 hours’
notice prior to a student beginning their program.
High School Diploma or GED.
Proof of U.S. citizenship (state photo ID license and social security card
minimum)
o A visa is not proof of US citizenship, and is not acceptable
The applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age or older or beyond the age of
compulsory school attendance in the state of California.
The applicant must demonstrate the ability to benefit from the instructor’s
individual review and have a minimum 3
rd
grade level of education.
The applicant must have sufficient manual dexterity, and the physical ability to
acquire the skills of welding.
The applicant must have the ability to read and write satisfactorily to absorb the
theory and lecture sessions. In special circumstances, the admission
requirements may be adjusted.
Cal-Trade has an open entry, open exit policy. Each applicant is reviewed on an
individual basis. The results of the review form a basis for eligibility to enroll. The
student is then informed of his/her acceptance.
Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto does not deny admission on the basis of
age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, physical handicap, religion or
national origin.
Cal-Trade has not entered into an articulation or transfer agreement with any
other college or university. Credits earned at other institutions are not accepted
at Cal-Trade.
SUPPLIES
In order to ensure that the students have the proper safety equipment, we have
included the supplies as part of the course costs. Due to sizing requirements steel toe
boots must be provided by the student. If safety equipment and supplies were not
included in the cost of the course and required to be purchased through the school,
students could purchase some of the supplies elsewhere.
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WITHDRAWS AND REFUNDS
Each student at the school has the right to withdraw from the course at any time. The student
has the right to cancel the enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid through
attendance at the first-class session, or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later.
The amount of the refund shall be “prorated” according to the incomplete portion of the course
less cost of any un-returned unused equipment and the registration fee. The refund shall be
calculated in the following manner based on the student’s last day of enrollment.
Refunds are calculated in the following manner:
Refunds for students who have completed 60 percent or less of the period of attendance shall
be a prorated. The amount owed equals the daily charge for the program (Total institutional
charges, divided by the number of days or hours in the program), multiplied by number of day’s
student attended or was scheduled to attend, prior to withdrawal. Student must cancel in writing
and clock hours continue to run until written notice (even if student is not at school) has been
received. If student has completed more that 60% of the training, the school may keep the
remaining tuition and no refund will be given. The registration fee is non-refundable, and we
keep the cost of un-returned and/or used equipment. If a student loan is received for the cost of
the course, the refund will be returned to the lender to reduce the loan debt. Maximum
nonrefundable registration fee for Veterans is $10.00, remaining amount will be prorated.
VETERANS ADDENDUM
REFUND POLICY FOR NONACCREDITED COURSES
This school has maintained a policy for the refund of the unused portion of tuition, fees and
other charges in the event the veteran or eligible person fails to enter the course or withdraws,
or is discontinued therefrom at any time prior to completion. The amount charged to the veteran
for tuition, fees and other charges does not exceed the approximate pro-rata portion of the total
charges for tuition, fees and other charges, that the length of the completed portion of the
course should bear to its total length.
To cancel the contract with the school, students must mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of
the Notice of Cancellation or any other written notice to the school; the postmark will be the
effective date if the notice is properly addressed with proper postage.
The student has the right to cancel the enrollment contract with Cal-Trade Welding School
without penalty or obligation until midnight of the seventh (7
th
) business day following (a) the
first-class session that is attended, (b) the student’s receipt of the Notice of Cancellation or (c)
The student’s receipt of the Enrollment Contract and other required disclosures, whichever is
later.
If the school has given the student equipment or books, the student shall return the books or
equipment unmarked and unused following the date of the Notice of Cancellation. If the student
fails to return the books or equipment within this thirty (30) day period, the school may retain the
portion that represents the documented cost of the books and equipment. In the event no
monies have been paid, the student will be billed accordingly.
Refund policies are stated in the Enrollment Agreement and Notice of Cancellation. In the event
of withdrawal or dismissal from the school, all books and supplies furnished must be returned
immediately. Failure to return books and supplies in good condition (as determined by the
school) following the date of withdrawal or dismissal will result in a reduction in a refund owed to
the student in accordance with the terms set forth above. Within thirty (30) days of the day on
which the refund is made, the institution shall notify the student in writing of the date which the
refund was made, the amount of the refund, the method of calculating the refund, and the name
and address of the entity to which the refund was sent.
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PROBATION AND DISMISSAL
Students are expected to attend all classes. Cal-Trade Welding School considers
punctuality not only desirable but also necessary. The administrator will counsel
students failing to maintain satisfactory attendance. If attendance fails to improve, the
administrator, acting at his discretion may dismiss a student or place student on
probation for unsatisfactory attendance. Re-admittance may be permitted if the cause
for unsatisfactory attendance has been corrected.
The school determines if the student is maintaining satisfactory progress on a monthly
basis. If the student’s grades and attendance at the point that even with completion of
half of the program, the grade average and attendance average cannot be improved to
meet satisfactory progress criteria, the student may be placed on probation for the next
month. If at the end of the probation period, the student’s performance remains below
minimum requirements the student may be dismissed or returned on probation, at the
discretion of the administrator.
Veterans
Veterans or eligible persons are evaluated monthly to determine satisfactory progress. If
the student’s academic competence is below 70%, he/she will be placed on probation
for the next two weeks. If at the end of the probation period, the student’s performance
remains below minimum requirements, veterans’ benefits will be discontinued. Re-
enrollment will be approved only after evidence is shown to the director’s satisfaction
that conditions which caused the interruption of benefits have been rectified.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Students will be expected to attend classes as they would attend work if they were
employed. All absences will be recorded. A leave of absence will be granted to a
student who presents an acceptable reason; the administrator must grant this.
Absences will be considered as excused under the following circumstances: Birth or
Death in the immediate family, illness, or any other legitimate reason that can be
substantiated. All other absences will be considered as un-excused.
The administrator may excuse reasonable tardiness. Un-excused tardiness is
considered an absence after one hour.
Class cuts will not be tolerated and are regarded as an unexcused absence. Make-up
work may be required for the sake of progress; make up work can be completed during
lunch. If attendance drops below 80% or the student misses 5 consecutive unexcused
days the student will be placed on probation for the next two weeks. During probation
time student must maintain perfect attendance. If attendance does not improve to
required minimum average by the end of the probationary period, student will be put on
additional 2 week probation. If student misses any days during the second probation
period the student will be dismissed; Veteran student’s educational benefits will be
discontinued. Any additional time requested beyond original graduation date, due to
excessive unexcused absences may be subject to extra charges.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY CONTINUED
Cal-Trade Welding School endeavors to provide students with a full range of welding
skills and the accompanying Welding Certificates Enabling Employers to confidently hire
Cal-Trade Welding School graduates. Additionally, to make available a steady supply
of qualified welders to the community at large.
To ensure this goal for the for the benefit of Cal-Trade students and their employers, the
following contract will apply to each student:
Attendance on a daily basis is MANDATORY
Any pre-planned absence (vacations, Doctor /dentist appointments, surgeries,
funeral, etc.) will be approved by Robert Erwin in advance of the time taken off.
Any absences longer than a three day period will require a Doctors release on
the day the students returns to school.
The Combination Welding Course must be completed within 18 weeks, unless
pre-approved by Robert Erwin. Students are allowed 10 days for sick leave.
The Structural Welding Course must be completed within 9 weeks, unless pre-
approved by Robert Erwin. Students are allowed 5 days for sick leave.
The Mig and Tig Course and the Pipeline Course must be completed within 10
weeks, unless pre-approved by Robert Erwin. Students are allowed 5 days for
sick leave.
If a student has the need to terminate his/her attendance at Cal-Trade Welding
School, a portion of the tuition may be refunded. Please see our refund policy on
page 12.
Welding booths are reserved for each enrolled student for (6) hours each day of
enrollment. A minimum of six hours will be accumulated regardless of the
student’s presence or absence.
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LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Student may be granted a leave of absence as long as it is approved by the
administrator. Leave of absences may not be more than 180 days. Cal-Trade must
receive written request before leave of absence can be granted.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Payment of a full-time student is due before the completion of the course. Registration
fees, books and supplies must be paid upon starting the class. Cal-Trade Welding
School of Modesto allows the course costs to be paid in 3 monthly payments. Please
check with the office staff for payment schedule.
LOANS
If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the
responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any
refund. If the student has received federal student financial aid funds, the student is
entitled to a refund of the monies not paid from federal student financial aid program
funds.
BANKRUPTCY
This institution does not have any pending petitions in bankruptcy and has not filed a
petition within the preceding five years.
PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
Known job openings in the field are provided to each student near completion of the
course. The school maintains an active list of employment opportunities. While the
school will provide assistance, it can make no promises for placement of employment.
Lifetime job search assistance is available to successful Cal-Trade graduates.
OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1) General Knowledge of all phases of welding: Arc, Tig, Gas, Mig and Flux Cord,
Arc Welding (FCAW).
2) Many companies require their welders to be certified.
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STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND STATEMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA CATALOG DISCLOSURE-STUDENT TUITION RECOVER FUND
Student Tuition Recover Fund, Non-Refundable charge, $0.00 per $1000 of tuition
You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund
(STRF) if all of the following applies to you:
1. You are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are
enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all of part of your tuition either by
cash, guaranteed student loans, or personal loans, and
2. Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer,
government program or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to
repay the third party.
You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the
STRF assessment if either of the following applies:
1. You are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program, or
2. Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government
program or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third
party.
The state of California created the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or
mitigate economic losses suffered by students in educational programs who are
California residents, or are enrolled in a residency program attending certain schools
regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.
You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident or are enrolled in a
residency program, prepaid tuition, paid STRF assessment, and suffered an economic
loss as a result of any of the following:
1. The school closed before the course of instruction was completed.
2. The school’s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third
party for license fees or any other purpose, or to provide equipment or materials
for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the
school.
3. The school’s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally
guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse
proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other
costs.
4. There was a material failure to comply with the Act or the Division within 30-days
before the school closed or, if the material failure began earlier than 30-days
prior to closure, the period determined by the Bureau.
5. An inability after diligent efforts to prosecute, prove, and collect on a judgment
against the institution for a violation of the Act.
However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a
taxpayer identification Number
Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the:
Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocation Education
2535 Capitol Oaks Dr. Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833
P.O. Box 980818, West Sacrament, CA 95798-0818
Phone – (916) 431-6959 Toll Free (888) 370-7589
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TRANSFER OUT
NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS
EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION. The transferability of the credits you earn at Cal-
Trade is at the discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance
of the certificate you earn in Cal-Trade Welding School is also at the complete
discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the certificate that you
earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer,
you may be required to repeat some or all of your course work at the institution. For this
reason, you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your
educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to
transfer after attending Cal-Trade to determine if your certificate will transfer.
FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT
FACILITY
The institution, the facility it occupies and the equipment it utilizes fully comply with any
and all federal, state, and local ordinances and regulations, including those
requirements as to fire safety, building safety and health.
The classroom consists of one lecture hall with appropriate seating capacity.
There is a 4,000 square ft. shop with individual welding booths.
All welding booths are equipped with the appropriate welding machines for the students
to learn the proper welding techniques.
The institution is conveniently located, with adequate parking.
EQUIPMENT
24 SMAW Welding Machines
12 Combination GMAW and FCAW Wire Feed Welding Machines
6 Combination SMAW and GTAW Welding Machines
4 FCAW Welding Machines
Plasma Cutter
Oxyacetylene Combination Cutting Torch
Oxyacetylene Track Cutting Torch
Oxyacetylene Pipe Beveling Torch
4 Grinders
LIBRARY
Welding videos and book are available for students to check out and watch at the
school. These videos are available at the main office and can be checked out from the
office staff.
OPTIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Cal-Trade is proud to offer assistance in the following areas; basic mathematics, the
reading of measuring tapes both standard and metric, welding symbols and blueprint
reading, welding theory as well as assistance in obtaining GED’s. These are not
required programs for graduating from the welding course, but if needed by the students
Cal-Trade is able to provide instruction in these areas.
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STUDENT RATION AND METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto provides at least one (1) instructor for each
group of 15 students per course. Students will be taught theory and lecture in a group of
no more than 20 students per classroom session. Instructions at the welding stations
will be given on an individual basis; therefore, students may progress at their own pace.
When appropriate, audio-visual presentations are provided.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ESL
Instruction given at Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto is primarily in English. The
school does not have an ESL program. High School Diploma or GED are required upon
enrollment.
HOUSING
Cal-Trade Welding School does not provide dormitory facilities under its control and we
do not provide assistance to the student in finding housing. The available housing near
the school is favorable. The average cost of a detached home in Stanislaus County is
approximately $245,000.00. Rental homes in the area range from $1100.00 to $1250.00
per month. Apartment rentals range from $900.00 per month for a 1 bedroom to
$1200.00 for a 2-bedroom 2 bath.
VISA
Cal-Trade does not admit students from other countries.
EXPERIENTIAL CREDIT
Upon enrollment, the student will be asked to list any previous education, training or
experience in the exact area of training for which enrolled. If it is sufficiently thorough
and relevant, and can be demonstrated as satisfactory proficiency, appropriate credit
will be allowed at the discretion of the administrator. The course length will be shortened
and fees proportioned. If student disagrees with the decision, he or she can appeal the
decision. Student will meet with the Administrator to discuss his or her concerns. The
student’s records will document any such action.
FINANCIAL AID
You are responsible for repaying the loan amount plus any interest, less the amount of
any refund. If a student is eligible for a loan guaranteed by the federal or state
government and the student defaults on the loan both of the following may occur: (1)
The federal or state government or loan guarantee agency may take action against the
student, including applying any income tax refund to which the person is entitled to
reduce the balance owed on the loan. (2) The student may not be eligible for any other
federal student financial aid at another institution or other government assistance until
the loan is repaid.
Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto participates in federal and state financial aid
programs.
California Training Benefits Program
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Workforce Investment Act – WIA, Employment Development Department – TAA
Program, please contact your local EDD to find out if you would qualify for these
programs
VA- GIBill® – http://www.gibill.va.gov/ ‘‘GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department
of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the
official U.S. government Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill."
Workers Compensation Fund – Workers Compensation Vouchers
STANDARDS
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS GUIDELINES
Satisfactory academic progress is expected of each student enrolled at Cal-Trade
Welding School of Modesto, which is determined by the following:
1. Passing examinations with 70% accuracy or better, and demonstration of
acceptable performance of required skills; in both lab and theory, is an
indication of successful performance.
2. Maintaining satisfactory attendance; six hours per day, five days per week
(80% or better).
3. For probationary students, meeting standards specified on their probation
contract. Evaluation for probation will be on a monthly basis.
DISTANCE ED
Cal-Trade Welding School does not offer distance education.
NOTICE OF STUDENT RIGHTS
1. You may cancel your contract for school, read the Notice of cancellation form for
an explanation of your cancellation rights and responsibilities. If you have lost
your Notice of Cancellation form, ask the school for a sample copy.
2. After the end of the cancellation period, you also have the right to stop school at
any time, and you have the right to receive a refund for the part of the course not
taken. Your refund rights are described in the contract. If you have lost your
contract, ask the school for a description of the refund policy.
3. If the school closes before you graduate, you may be entitled to a refund.
Contact the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education at the
address and telephone number printed below for information.
4. Student grievances with a school policy, procedure or employee must be
submitted in writing to the Administrator. A response to the written grievance will
be issued to the complainant within 7 business days. The school will maintain a
copy of all grievance communications. Any grievance that cannot be resolved by
the school may be forwarded to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
Physical address: 2535 Capitol Oaks Dr. Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Phone Number: (916)431-6959
Toll Free: (888)370-7589
Fax Number: (916)263-1897
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SAFETY COMPLIANCE AND ENROLLMENT LIMITATIONS
The institution, the facilities it occupies and the equipment it utilizes, fully complies with
any and all federal, state and local ordinances and regulations, including those
requirements as to the fire and building safety and health.
Cal-Trade Welding School of Modesto can accommodate 45 students at any given time.
RECORD RETENTION
Cal-Trade Welding School keeps all student records in locked files in the administrator’s
office. At completion of the program all official information (copy of transcripts, record of
performance and record of program completion) will remain on file and onsite for five
years. The school will maintain transcripts for all students permanently Cal-Trade
Welding School keeps copies of all school certifications for up to 5 years. If the occasion
should come up and you lose your certification papers, we will have a copy on file in
your student records. We are however, obligated to a privacy law and you will need to
come in person with proper identification to obtain your request. No information can be
given to anyone other than yourself without your notarized written consent.
CONDUCT AND DISMISSAL
At the discretion of the Administrator, a student may be dismissed from the school for a
serious incident or repeated incidents of intoxicated or drugged state of behavior,
possession of drugs or alcohol upon school premises, behavior creating a safety hazard
to other persons at school, disobedient or disrespectful behavior to another student, the
administrator or faculty member, or any other stated or determined infraction of conduct.
POLICY FOR GI Bill® AND VR&E BENEFICIARIES
NOTE: A Covered Individual is any individual who is entitled to educational assistance
under chapter 31, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, or chapter 33, Post-9/11
GIBill® benefits. ‘‘GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government
Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill."
• It is our policy to permit any covered individual to attend or participate in the
course of education during the period beginning on the date on which the
individual provides to the educational institution a certificate of eligibility for
entitlement to educational assistance under chapter 31 or 33 (a “certificate of
eligibility” can also include a “Statement of Benefits” obtained from the
Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) website – eBenefits, or a VAF 28-1905 form
for chapter 31 authorization purposes) and ending on the earlier of the following
dates:
1. The date on which payment from VA is made to the institution.
2. 90 days after the date the institution certified tuition and fees following
the receipt of the certificate of eligibility.
Cal-Trade ensures that the school will not impose any penalty, including the
assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries, or other
institutional facilities, or the requirement that a covered individual borrow
additional funds, on any covered individual because of the individual’s inability to
meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed
disbursement funding from VA under chapter 31 or 33.
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CALENDAR
Legal Holidays observed are:
Martin Luther King Day
Presidents’ Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans’ Day
Thanksgiving and the Day After
Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
2 Weeks per Year for Staff Vacation
(Subject to Change Without Notice)
OPERATING HOURS
Office hours: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Monday – Friday
An answering machine is available after hours to leave a message.
Instruction: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Training
11:00 AM -12:00 PM Lecture
12:00 PM -12:30 PM Lunch
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Lab
Summer Operating Hours: Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Lecture hours will vary and will be posted.
CLASSROOM HOURS
Math: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Text Book Lecture: Tuesday and Thursday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
School is closed weekends and legal holidays. Classes are conducted on an open entry
basis. Students will be advised of their probable starting date at the time of enrollment.