2022-2023 College Catalog

Flux Cored Arc Welder TCC

Flux Cored Arc Welder TCC (Major Code: (FC61)

Program Description

The Flux Cored Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit introduces students to and provides instruction in flux cored arc welding practices. Topics include an introduction to the welding industry, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and flux cored arc welding practices.

Career Information

Occupation

Welders and Cutters

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 10.7% in Fulton and Clayton counties and 13.9% in the State of Georgia by 2030. Estimated salaries in this field start at $39,008 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Jay Pilcher
Instructor, Welding and Joining Technology

Academic Building: C2201
404.225.4518

jpilcher@atlantatech.edu

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 term
Program Credit Hours: 15
Estimated Program Cost: $2,642

Required Courses

 

Occupational Courses (15 Credits)

WELD 1000Introduction to Welding Technology

4

WELD 1010Oxyfuel and Plasma Cutting

4

WELD 1153Flux Cored Arc Welding

4

XXXXOccupational Elective

3

Total Credit Hours: 15

 

Program Outcomes

1 The graduate will have developed an understanding of the nature and culture of the welding industry.
2 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills necessary to perform oxyfuel cutting.
3 The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills necessary to perform flux-cored welding techniques.