Curriculum Details

Learn to test, inspect, and verify products and systems to ensure they’re safe, reliable, and built to last. QA/QC skills prepare you for careers in industries from construction and energy to pharmaceuticals, food, and manufacturing. Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) focus on making sure products and processes meet high standards. QA involves planning and documenting procedures that help prevent problems before they happen. QC centers on inspecting and testing products to confirm they meet required specifications. As a QA/QC technician, you might conduct audits, identify the causes of defects, or carry out tests following established guidelines. These roles are essential across industries where safety, precision, and consistency matter.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can find career opportunities as QA/QC technicians, QA auditors, civil inspectors, mechanical inspectors, or welding inspectors. Careers are also available in the food, medical, nuclear power, petro-chemical, and aircraft industries.

Salary Information

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Annual Median Salary

• $60,130 (U.S.)
• $47,520 (Tennessee)