Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 773800
- Phone: (870) 235-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
85%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,571Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Welding Program
The welding program at Southern Arkansas University Tech prepares students for careers as welding engineers, manufacturing engineers, application engineers, sales engineers, and project engineer or manager. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. Program course include: arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding process and heat treating, structural design, safety, and codes and standards. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer welding program.
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Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech)
100 E. University, Magnolia, AR
Southern Arkansas University Tech, located in Camden, Arkansas, was founded in 1967 through the passage of an act of the Arkansas Legislature. The goal of the school is to provide technical education for a growing workforce. By 1975 the school was joined with Southern Arkansas University, providing associate level degrees to students. Currently the school maintains a two year curriculum and provides a variety of educational programs and options in order to allow for flexible scheduling and continued education.
Academics
Southern Arkansas University Tech offers a selection of programs that provide career training and workforce development opportunities. These programs assist in skill development and specialization in one's chosen field. Programs take approximately two years to complete and result in the issuance of an associate degree. Students wishing to transfer may do so through the pursuit of a general education degree, and will find transfer to Southern Arkansas University more easily than other schools.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
SAU Tech is an open admissions college that allows any student who completes the application for admission to enter. Students must supply previous transcripts and test scores, pay fees and take a placement exam prior to registration. Students should also participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. A student's need is determined through the completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to form an financial aid packet. The FAFSA must be submitted prior to each academic year.
Students Enrolled in the Welding Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SAU Tech has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 40 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 33 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 69 |
| Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 22 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| White | 42 |
| Multiple Races | 6 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Welding program at SAU Tech, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Welders, Cutters, and Welder Fitters
Description
Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, welders, cutters, and welder fitters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.6% from 2014 to 2024
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Description
Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. Includes workers who operate laser cutters or laser-beam machines.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -18.0% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Southern Arkansas University Tech accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Southern Arkansas University Tech may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southern Arkansas University Tech is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sport is listed below:
- Basketball