Overview
Offered at the Augusta and Waynesboro campuses and the Columbia County Center
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall, Spring, and Summer |
| Length of Program: |
Four Terms
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| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: |
54 |
Program Description: The Welding and Joining Technology diploma is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Welding and Joining Technology diploma, have the qualifications of a welding and joining technician, and are prepared to take qualification tests.
Employment Opportunities: The Welding and Joining Technology graduate will be employable as a construction welder, industrial welder, or special purpose welder. Graduates readily find employment in the many welding, steel fabrication, railroad repair and rebuilding, and heavy construction industries in the area.
Guided Pathway
You may click on any course below to view the course description and prerequisite information.
Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.
Some core courses may be offered in the evening and/or online.
Augusta, Grovetown, and Waynesboro Program
PROGRAM NAME: Welding and Joining Technology
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Augusta, Grovetown, and Waynesboro Program
Year 1 Semester 1
Year 1 Semester 2
Year 1 Semester 3
Year 2 Semester 1
| EMPL 1000 | INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | 2 |
| WELD 1110 | GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING | 4 |
| WELD 1120 | PREPARATION FOR INDUSTRIAL QUALIFICATION | 4 |
| XXXX XXXX | OCCUPATIONAL GUIDED ELECTIVE* | 3 |
*Occupational Guided Elective options are WELD 1150, WELD 1152, and WELD 1153.
Please choose one for this semester. Speak with your Advisor about availability.