Wichita Falls Independent School District, Career Education Center welding instructors Stephen Davis said he and fellow welding instructor Gary Cunningham were talking one day when they decided it might be a good idea to have a welding contest while certifying students for welding.

Davis said the contest was divided into seven different categories, including: stick, wire and MIG welding where the students could show their welding skills.

Wichita Falls Independent School District, Career Education Center welding instructors Gary Cunningham said while judging the students welding work, he could tell a difference between that had just started the classes and the ones that have been doing it for awhile.

Cunningham said the winners of the competitions would receive a brand new belt buckle.