Gas Metal Arc Welding is an Embedded Technical Diploma program offered by Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville, WI. Tuition is $1,890 total.
Program Overview
Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. Heat is applied to the pieces to be joined, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. Because of its strength, welding is used to construct and repair parts of ships, automobiles, spacecraft, and thousands of other manufactured products. Welding is used to join beams and steel reinforcing rods when constructing buildings, bridges, and other structures, and also in utilities such as nuclear power plants. Graduates of the program will gain experience in the Gas Metal Arc Welding process. They will develop the ability of blueprint reading, sketching, and layout for welding. Major job skills learned will include: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for this award is 12 credits x the Wisconsin Technical College System rate of $157.45 per credit, or $1,889.40 for Wisconsin residents. An Activity Fee of $11.02 per credit adds $132.24, bringing the total to $2,021.64.
A $20 transportation fee and a $15 technology fee are charged each semester and are NOT included in that figure, because the college does not publish how many semesters this award runs. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide