192040.1 TCTC Welding Brochure

WELDINGTECHNOLOGY

TREASURE COAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE IS COMMITTED TO

PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY, CAREER AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

OPPORTUNITIES THAT BENEFIT THE STUDENT AND THE COMMUNITY.

772-564-4970 | tctc.indianriverschools.org4680 28th Court, Vero Beach, Florida 32967

WELDING TECHNOLOGYThe Welding Technology program covers all 4 major welding processes including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW and FCAW. Students study workplace safety and organization, basic manufacturing processes, metals identification, basic interpretation of welding symbols and oxyfuel gas cutting practices. The program allows students to study drawings and welding symbols, intermediate oxyfuel gas cutting practices, plasma arc cutting principles, and basic shielded metal arc welding. Additionally, students study Carbon Arc Gouging (GAC) principles, and visual examination skills. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a career certificate in Welding. Students who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to apply and sit for the American Welding Society Certified Welder Industry Certification.

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK

Demand for Welders is expected to grow roughly 20% between 2016-2026*Wages vary, ranging from $12 - $34 an hour.**Actual wages vary based on education, experience & certifications.

*For employment information, visit http://www.onetonline.org/

**The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS✓ Apply for financial aid, if applicable

✓ Complete enrollment application

✓ Register, pay tuition and fees

✓ Basic Skills Test

✓ Purchase books & supplies

✓ Complete student orientationFor refund policy information, refer to school catalog.

PROGRAM LENGTH

1,050 Hours - 10 MonthsFull-time Monday-Friday

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

American Welding Society(AWS)

WELDING TECHNOLOGY - 1,050 HOURSProgram # J400400 CIP # 0648050805COURSE HOURS TUITION LAB TOTALWelding Assistant 1Welding Assistant 2

OCP A – PMT0070– PMT0071

150150

$876.00 $510.00 $1,386.00

Welder, SMAW 1Welder, SMAW 2

OCP B – PMT0072– PMT0073

150150

$876.00 $510.00 $1,386.00

Welder OCP C – PMT0074 450 $1,314.00 $765.00 $2,079.00

Total Tuition & Lab $4,851.00

ADDITIONAL FEES DUE TO TCTC PROGRAMID* (annual) $5.00

Registration Fee (non-refundable) ($25 per semester) $50.00

Parking (annual) - (if applicable) $10.00

Drug Screening (annual) $35.00

CPR + First Aid (covered by FA) $80.00

OSHA Online Training (10 hrs) (covered by FA) $80.00

Basic Skills Exam - (if applicable) $20.00

Online Textbook (covered by FA) $225.00

Welding Tools (covered by FA) / Personal Protection Equipment $325.00

Total Tuition, Lab & Fees Estimate $5,681.00

ADDITIONAL FEES FROM OUTSIDE VENDOR AND/OR TCTCWork Boots (leather, steel toe boots) $80.00

Industry Certification - American Welding Society Certified Welder, & Membership $500.00

Total Tuition, Lab and Fees Estimate & Additional Expenses $6,261.00

Financial Aid Available Depending on Students EligibilityComplete all OCPs 76% or higher. OCP = Occupational Completion Point.

*Prices are subject to change without notice. Tuition based on $2.92 per hour for Florida residents.Non-Florida Resident Tuition = $11.71 per hour

*Industry Certification ranges from $310-$565 based on MembershipTextbook estimates based on new book. Please visit www.indianriverbooks.com

The School District of Indian River County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status or genetic information in its educational programs, services or activities; or in its hiring or employment practices. Any employee, student, applicant for admissions, applicant for employment, volunteer, vendor, or member of the public who believes he/she has been discriminated against or has been harassed by an employee, student, or other third party who is subject to control of the School Board because of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law, is encouraged to use the appropriate grievance procedures.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESConstruction, Manufacturing, Shipbuilding & Repair Shops