Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder program at Athens Technical College is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Athens, GA. Classified under CIP code 48.0508 in the welding technology field, the program provides foundational and applied training in welding processes, metal fabrication techniques, and the safe operation of welding equipment used across industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Athens Technical College also offers certificate programs in Physical Therapy Assistant, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, and Electrician at two credential levels. Students in the Welding Technology program can expect hands-on instruction in MIG, TIG, and shielded metal arc welding, along with blueprint reading, joint design, and workplace safety practices that align with industry standards.