Special methods of fusion welding (plasma, electron beam, laser) and pressure welding (friction, ultrasonic, cold, explosion, magnetic energy pulse, diffusion, precision contact) are described in detail. Features of the technology of these types of welding, equipment, methods of quality control of welded joints, safety fundamentals, areas of application are considered. For students of educational institutions of secondary vocational education. It can be useful for specialists of machine-building enterprises.