Welding Technology (C.C.)

The Welding Technology Career Certificate program prepares you for a rewarding career in the all-encompassing welding industry.

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Program Overview

The Welding Technology Career Certificate (C.C.) program prepares students for careers in many areas including shipbuilding, paper mills, power plants, aerospace, automobile manufacturing and construction. Expert hands-on training provides the necessary skills for a successful career, and for thousands less than the for-profit tech schools.

Important for You to Know

Full-time Day program (5789) classes are held Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-3:50 p.m., for 8 months. Full-time day program classes begin in the Fall Term. This cohort is open access, self-enroll on first-come first serve for limited seating and the schedule will open April 22nd for August start.

Part-time Evening program (578P) classes are held Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., for 16 months.

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Articulation

Upon successful completion of the program, students may receive articulated College credit toward the Industrial Management Technology (A.S.) degree.

Program Roadmap

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Quick Facts

Program Code:
5789
Degree:
Welding Technology (C.C.)
Total Hours:
1,050 Clock/Contact hours
Online Program: No
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes
Approximate Cost:
Approximately $3,066
Program Contact Information:
trades@fscj.edu
(904) 633-8292
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Tuition Breakdown:

Course Number	Class Description	Contact Hours Per Class	Price Per Clock Hour	Cost Per Class (In State Tuition)
PMT 0070:	Welder Assistant I	75	$2.92	$219.00
PMT 0070L:	Welder Assistant I Lab	75	$2.92	$219.00
PMT 0071:	Welder Assistant II	50	$2.92	$146.00
PMT 0071L:	Welder Assistant II Lab	100	$2.92	$292.00
PMT 0072L	Welder SMAW I	50	$2.92	$146.00
PMT 0072L:	Welder SMAW I Lab	100	$2.92	$292.00
PMT 0073:	Welder SMAW II	50	$2.92	$146.00
PMT 0073L:	Welder SMAW II Lab	100	$2.92	$292.00
PMT 0074:	Welder	225	$2.92	$657.00
PMT 0074L:	Welder Lab	225	$2.92	$657.00
Approximately			Total Tuition Costs	$3066.00

If you are considering employment in a state other than Florida, click here to ensure the program curriculum meets the requirements to sit for licensure or certification testing in that state.

Welding training classes are held in person located at the Downtown Campus 101 W. State Street B Building.

It is strongly recommended to complete the CASAS goals. In order to earn the Career Certificate, students must achieve or surpass the designated exit score(s) on an approved adult basic skills assessment or qualify for a waiver. Visit Available Assessments or program exit scores. College Assessment and Certification locations and information can be found at Assessment and Certification. For students who need assistance in order to meet the exit requirement(s), the College offers remediation through tutoring, referral to online resources and/or completion of Academic Skills Building (ASB) coursework in Mathematics and Reasoning through Language Arts.

Total cost of in state tuition for welding classes is approximately $3,066.00. See the price breakdown provided on the Welding page. Yes, the Welding program is financial aid eligible. For additional information on financial resources visit Financial Aid . Also visit Financial Aid FAQs for Financial Aid Frequently Asked Questions.

Through completion of the program, students will learn all major welds essential to pass the 3G AWS certification series.

Program Outcomes

Welding professionals offer one-on-one training in all types of welding processes including SMAW (stick) plate and pipe, GMAW (mig) steel and aluminum, FCAW (flux cored) and GTAW (tig) plate and pipe on steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Instruction consists of academic as well as laboratory and hands-on training to meet industry standards and for practical certificate examination preparation. Upon successful completion, students will be qualified for a position as an entry-level welding technician.

Career Opportunities

Career Options

You’ll have the opportunity to network with major contractors and become employed while you’re still in school. We also refer you for internships and job interviews.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Join Florida State College at Jacksonville Welding Technology (C.C.) program today.

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