Welding Techniques

Program Overview

This two-year Welding Techniques program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in welding. Students will learn about welding theory, metallurgy, and safety, as well as practical skills in fitting, layout, and welding. Graduates will be prepared for careers in manufacturing, construction, and other industries that require welding skills.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year 1

Semester 1

• COMP1017 Computer Applications
• WELD1013 Fitting 1
• WELD1012 Layout 1
• SAFE1003 Occupational Health & Safety
• MATH1027 Technical Math 1 (WELT)
• WELD1000 Welding 1
• WELD1001 Welding Theory 1

Semester 2

• WELD1014 Fitting 2
• WELD1011 Layout 2
• WELD1006 Metallurgy 1
• MATH1028 Technical Math 2 (WELT)
• WELD1003 Welding 2
• WELD1004 Welding Theory 2
• GNED1100 Becoming a Global Changemaker

Year 2

Semester 3

• COMM2020 Applied Communication
• BUSI2015 Business Start Up
• WELD2012 Computer-Aided Pattern Development
• WELD2003 Welding 3
• WELD2004 Welding Distortion and Inspection
• GNED General Education Elective

Semester 4

• WELD2005 Computer-Aided Steel Detail
• WELD2006 Fabrication & Assembly Practice
• WELD2008 Layout and Template Development IV
• WELD2009 Rigging, Installation and Job Planning

Careers:

• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Welding
• Inspection
• Fabricate mining equipment; machinery; pipelines; bridge truss systems; vehicles such as subway cars and fire trucks; or shipbuilding and aerospace.
• Average starting salaries range from $40,000 to $44,999*.
With experience and government certification, potential earnings increase to $60,000 and more.
• Get an employment edge with certificates you can earn in the program, such as Certified Welder, Structural Steel Plate Fitter, Certified Welding Inspector or Welding Supervisor.
• You could fast track into an apprenticeship.
• Source: Employment Profile Provincial Report, Ministry of Colleges and Universities.