Overview
Offered at the Augusta and Waynesboro campuses and the Columbia County Center
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall, Spring, and Summer |
| Length of Program: |
Augusta - Four Terms
Grovetown - Four Terms
Waynesboro - Three 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 and Grovetown Program, Spring Start
PROGRAM NAME: Welding and Joining Technology
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Augusta and Grovetown Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
| 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.
Grovetown Program, Fall Start
PROGRAM NAME: Welding and Joining Technology
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Grovetown Program
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 2 Fall Semester
| 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 |
Waynesboro Day Program
PROGRAM NAME: Welding and Joining Technology
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Waynesboro Day Program
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
| WELD 1110 | GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING | 4 |
| WELD 1120 | PREPARATION FOR INDUSTRIAL QUALIFICATION | 4 |
| EMPL 1000 | INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | 2 |
| XXXX XXXX | OCCUPATIONAL GUIDED ELECTIVES* | 6 |