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Transitioning from 'We Protect' to 'We Build' America.
- Source :
- Welding Journal; Nov2009, Vol. 88 Issue 11, p36-40, 5p, 6 Color Photographs
- Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- The article focuses on the UA Veterans in Piping (VIP) accelerated welder training program of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry (UA). Under the VIP program, veterans were trained for welding skills that meet union standards. It notes that program provides a two-week orientation for veterans before 16 weeks of intense welder training in order to prepare them for civilian work. It provides an overview of the success of the program.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00432296
- Volume :
- 88
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Welding Journal
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 44880876