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Length of Program
A minimum of 73 credit hours is required for graduation. A
full-time student can complete the Welding and Joining
Technology program in four quarters.
Campus Location
The Welding and Joining
Technology program is taught on the Ben Hill-Irwin campus.
New students are accepted quarterly during the extended day and night programs.
Employment
Opportunities
As Georgia enjoys a strong
economy, the demand for qualified welders is on the rise.
Graduates of the Welding and Joining Technology program can
obtain good jobs locally, or they may be interested in
exploring their job options nationwide. Locally, the
railcar, cargo trailer, and mobile home industries cannot
employ enough welders to meet their demands. The more
experience and qualifications a person has, the better the
employment opportunity.
Salary Range
The average annual salary
range for Welding and Joining Technology graduates is $18,000 - $24,000.
Personal Characteristics
To succeed
in the Welding and Joining program, a person should enjoy
working with metal, different environments, and people;
should have good eyesight, manual dexterity, and hand eye
coordination; take safety precautions seriously; and be
unafraid to work with open flames or in hot conditions. |
