Here is everything you need to explore a career in this unique field! Written by a leading authority, this comprehensive guide gives all the information you need for intelligent career decision making. Among its many features are: overview of the field; employment outlook; career advancement; educational requirements; salary opportunities; where to get more information.

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Shape a solid future through metalworking! Get started in a career that has a promising future and is financially rewarding. Opportunities in Metalworking Careers provides you with a complete overview of the job possibilities, salary figures, and experience required to enter the field of metalworking. This career-boosting book will help you: Determine the specialty that's right for you, from jewelry making to sheet-metal work to shipbuilding Acquire in-depth knowledge of metalworking Find out what kind of salary you can expect Understand the daily routine of your chosen field Focus your job search using industry resources ENJOY A GREAT CAREER AS A: Jeweler * Assembler *Sales rep * Machinist * Tool-and-die maker * Welder

Practice is the best way to prepare for a welding career, and makerspaces are great places to learn skills necessary to be admitted to apprenticeship programs. Participants in makerspaces benefit from classes, as well as advice from other participants in a friendly, sharing environment while independently working on their own projects. Through this edifying resource, readers will learn about the breadth of welding careers options, as well as how to get started in the field, where to get additional experience, and how to find welding jobs. They'll also get job outlook and other information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Specialized construction jobs are one of the brightest spots in the job market. This book lays out what qualifications and training are necessary to get a job installing sheet metal or doing ironwork. Discover exactly what each job entails, as well as what kinds of tools and machinery are commonly used. Readers will learn how to write a résumé, get interview tips, and come to understand the importance of apprenticeships in high-skill construction fields. This is a great resource for teens trying to figure out what career they are interested in, as well as for anyone with an interest in how metal is used in today’s buildings, bridges, and more.