Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable skills gain
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Welding program is a combination of metal welding courses consisting of metal cutting, arc welding, semi-automatic (MIG) welding. Students receive instruction in practical application of welding techniques, as well as the operation and maintenance of related tools in the industry: e.g., grinders, power saws, oxygen-acetylene equipment, weld testers, etc.
Graduation requirements include passing plate welding certification given in accordance with the American Welding Society Structural Welding Code, Section D1.1, and Radiographic Examination. There will be a $30 charge for each plate certification.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
32
Hours
30
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Black River Technical College (BRTC) - Piggott
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
715 East Main Street, Piggott, Arkansas
Local WIB
5050 - Northeast
Name of Credential
Welding Technical Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
Refer to refund policy guidelines in Black River Technical College's 23-24 Course Catalog, on pages 47-49.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$800.00 $800
Testing/Exam Fees
$180.00 $30 per AWS certification the student takes. They will have the opportunity to take up to 6 AWS exams during the program.
In-State/District Tuition
$3,210.00 $107 per credit hour
Other Fees
$1,980.00 Technology Fee - $25.00 per credit hour Student Activity Fee - $3.00 per credit hour Student Assessment Fee - $4.00 per credit hour Student Success Fee - $2.00 per credit hour Facilities Maintenance Fee - $12.00 per credit hour Distance Education Fee - $20.00 per credit hour Total fees per credit hour = $66.00 *Select courses and programs have additional fees assessed. *Distance Ed Fee only applies to CVN, Hybrid, or Online courses. *Fees are subject to change.
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$61,200.00 $204 per credit hour
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$1,000.00 $1000
Total In-State Program Cost
$7,170.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$65,160.00
