Program Description
The Flooring Installation Technician Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in the principles and practices of installing resilient, hardwood, tile, and carpet flooring. The program gives an overview of the flooring installation industry and prepares students for employment in a variety of installation positions within the field. Learning opportunities in the program introduce, develop and reinforce the technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Modeled real world lab environments are utilized to reinforce and apply learned skills and techniques.
Career Information
Occupation
Flooring Installer, Carpeting Installer, Tile Installers, Floor Sanders and Finishers
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 7.7% in the State of Georgia by 2030. Estimated salaries in this field start at $38,859 a year.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Contact Information
Hector Celis
Chair, Carpentry and Plumbing
Academic Building C2239
404-225-4621
hcelis@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 Term
Credit Hours: 12
Estimated Program Cost: $2,342
Required Courses (12 Credits)
Occupational Courses (12 Credits)
Program Outcomes
1 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills needed to safely work in a floor installation environment.
2 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills of proper tool use in the installation of various types of flooring.
3 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills needed to measure, estimate, and prepare surfaces for flooring installation.
4 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills needed to properly install various types of flooring.