Polytechnic · Lagos State
Admission requirements for Welding & Fabrication Technology at Yaba College Of Technology, Yaba, Lagos State, Lagos State.
YABATECH requires five (5) O Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other subject from the followings: Biology, Economics, Statistics, Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Basic Electronics, Metal Work and Wood Work
Welding and Fabrication Technology equips students with practical and theoretical knowledge in metal joining processes, structural fabrication, pipe welding, blueprint reading, and materials science. Students gain hands-on competence in arc welding, gas welding, MIG and TIG welding techniques, alongside training in workshop safety and quality control. The programme blends engineering principles with skilled trade practice, preparing graduates for the demands of Nigeria's industrial and construction sectors. Career opportunities include working as welding inspectors, fabrication engineers, pipeline technicians, and plant maintenance specialists across oil and gas companies, construction firms, and manufacturing industries. Graduates may pursue professional recognition through the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), which validates engineering-related competencies and enhances career prospects in both public and private sectors.