Welding and Joining
We are all touched by welding every day in some way. From the toaster we use in the morning to the car that drives us to school or work, welding has some part in almost everything we use in our daily lives. Technology is helping to improve welding, creating more uses for welding in the workplace and expanding employment opportunities!
The welding program at MGTC prepares the student to become qualified in 4 major welding processes including Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), which can lead to welding certifications from outside agencies.
Job Outlook:
Graduates of the program receive Welding and Joining Technology diploma, have the qualifications to become a welding and joining technician and are prepared for certification testing. Entry-level salaries in the Middle Georgia area range from $22,000 - $25,000.
Diploma Programs
- Welding and Joining Technology
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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.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours Basic Skills Courses MATH 1012 General Mathematics 3 ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I 3 EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 2 Occupational Courses WELD 1000 Introduction to Welding Technology 3 WELD 1010 Oxyfuel Cutting 3 WELD 1030 Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology 3 WELD 1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1070 Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1050 Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1060 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 WELD 1090 Gas Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1110 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 4 WELD 1120 Preparation for Industrial Qualification 3 Program elective WELD 1150 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 WELD 1151 Fabrication Processes 3 WELD 1152 Pipe Welding 3 WELD 1153 Flux Cored Arc Welding 4 WELD 1154 Plasma Cutting 3 WELD 1156 Ornamental Iron Works 3 WELD 1330 Metal Welding and Cutting Techniques 2 Total Hours required for Graduation 50
Technical Certificates of Credit
- Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder
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The Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit is a continuation of the basic certificate. The advanced program provides instruction in shielded metal arc welding in the overhead, horizontal, and vertical positions.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours WELD 1050 Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1060 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1070 Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 Total Hours required for Graduation 12
- Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder
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The Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for careers in the welding and joining industry. This certificate emphasizes arc welding in the flat position and is pre-requisite to the advanced certificate.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours WELD 1000 Introduction to Welding Technology 3 WELD 1010 Oxyfuel Cutting 4 WELD 1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding 3 Total Hours required for Graduation 10
- Gas Metal Arc Welder
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The Gas Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for welding careers in the MIG process. Topics include an introduction to welding technology, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and MIG welding techniques and processes.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours WELD 1000 Introduction to Welding Technology 3 WELD 1010 Oxy-fuel Cutting 3 WELD 1090 Gas Metal Arc Welding 4 Choose one of the following courses: WELD 1150 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 WELD 1151 Fabrication Processes 3 WELD 1152 Pipe Welding 3 WELD 1153 Flux Cored Arc Welding 4 WELD 1154 Plasma Cutting 3 WELD 1156 Ornamental Iron Works 3 WELD 1030 Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology 3 WELD 1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 Total Hours required for Graduation 13
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welder
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The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in TIG welding techniques. Topics include understanding the nature and culture of the welding industry, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and TIG welding processes.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours WELD 1000 Introduction to Welding Technology 3 WELD 1010 Oxy-fuel Cutting 3 WELD 1110 Gas Tungsten Arc Welder 4 Choose one of the following courses: WELD 1150 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 WELD 1151 Fabrication Processes 3 WELD 1152 Pipe Welding 3 WELD 1153 Flux Cored Arc Welding 4 WELD 1154 Plasma Cutting 3 WELD 1156 Ornamental Iron Works 3 WELD 1030 Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology 3 WELD 1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 Total Hours required for Graduation 13
- Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fabricator
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The Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welder Fabricator Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for careers in shielded metal arc welding fabrication.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours WELD 1050 Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1060 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 Choose one of the following courses: WELD 1030 Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology 3 WELD 1040 Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 WELD 1153 Flux Cored Arc Welding 4 WELD 1154 Plasma Cutting 3 WELD 1156 Ornamental Iron Works 3 Total Hours required for Graduation 11
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Gainful Employment
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Degree Types
At MGTC we offer three different levels of credit programs:
- Associate Degree
- Middle Georgia Technical College offers associate level degrees. They usually take 2 years to complete. AAS programs include general education (core) courses that may transfer to University System of Georgia institutions and other 4-year colleges in our state.
- Diploma
- Middle Georgia Technical College's Diploma Level programs usually take between 1 and 1.5 years to complete and include basic courses, as well as specific technical or occupational courses to prepare students for the workforce.
- Certificate
- Technical Certificates of Credit (TCCs) usually take about 1-2 semesters to complete and generally focus on very specialized knowledge. These programs teach students specific skills that they can apply in the workforce.