Welding and Fabrication Technician

Program Overview

The Welding and Fabrication Technician Program at St. Lawrence College is a two-year diploma program that prepares students for employment in the welding industry. The program covers various welding processes, materials, and quality control, and includes hands-on practice and project-based learning. Graduates are qualified for positions such as welder, fabricator, and welding inspector, and can pursue further education or training to specialize in specific areas of welding or fabrication.

Program Outline

Welding and Fabrication Technician Program at St. Lawrence College:

Degree Overview:

• Program Type: Diploma
• Length: 2 years
• Delivery: Full-time
• Location: Cornwall, Ontario
• Open to: Domestic and international students

Objectives:

• Prepare students for employment in the welding industry.
• Equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the evolving welding industry.
• Allows graduates to pursue Ontario College Diploma and meet the requirements for the provincial Welder apprenticeship program.

Outline:

• Semester 1: Covers basic computer applications, trade practices, applied drawing interpretation, welding theory, materials and process quality, and various welding processes like shielded metal arc welding and gas shielded semi-automatic welding.
• Semester 2: Includes skilled trades applied communication, blueprint reading and fitting, welding theory, advanced shielded metal arc welding, semi-automatic welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and technical math.
• Semester 3: Focuses on fitting, quality control, advanced shielded metal arc welding, automatic and semi-automatic processes, gas tungsten arc welding and plasma arc welding, and computer-aided design.
• Semester 4: Includes advanced welding processes, layout and fabrication, advanced shielded metal arc welding, advanced gas tungsten arc welding, and a capstone project involving automated and semi-automatic processes.

Assessment:

• A combination of assignments, quizzes, exams, and practical demonstrations are used to assess student learning throughout the program.
• Specific assessment methods vary depending on the course and module.

Teaching:

• Experienced and qualified instructors with industry experience deliver the program.
• A combination of theoretical instruction, hands-on practice, and project-based learning is used.
• Small class sizes allow for personalized attention and support.

Careers:

• Graduates are qualified for a variety of positions in the welding and fabrication industry, including welder, fabricator, fitter, and welding inspector.
• Potential employers include manufacturing companies, construction companies, shipyards, and oil and gas companies.
• Graduates can also pursue further education or training to specialize in specific areas of welding or fabrication.

Other:

• The program includes a safety component that emphasizes safe work practices in the welding industry.
• Students have the opportunity to challenge the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certification in several different welding processes.
• Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of industries and environments.

Additional Resources:

• https://slc.me/programs/welding-and-fabrication-technician/
• https://slc.me/fees/