College Certificate - Welding Techniques (1193)

Program overview

The Welding Techniques Ontario College Certificate program at Conestoga College is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled trade workers in Canada. This 30-week program provides students with the theoretical and practical skills necessary to excel in the welding and metal fabrication industries. Students will learn various welding techniques and processes, preparing them for a successful career as a welder or metal fabricator. Graduates will also have the opportunity to challenge provincial exemption exams for Level 1 of the in-school training, giving them a head start into an apprenticeship.

Program structure

The Welding Techniques program is structured to provide a comprehensive education in welding and metal fabrication. Key details include:

• Program Length: 1 year (2 academic terms)
• Delivery Mode: Hybrid
• Credential: Ontario College Certificate

This program offers students the chance to develop their skills in a state-of-the-art facility, utilizing modern equipment and various welding processes, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Additionally, students may have the option to pursue an apprenticeship in either trade, with the possibility of being exempt from Level 1 in-school training.

Featured Experiences

The Welding Techniques program at Conestoga College offers several unique features and experiences for students:

• Hands-on training in a state-of-the-art facility.
• Opportunities to challenge welding skills qualification tests as required by the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB).
• Access to experienced instructors with extensive backgrounds in the welding industry.
• Preparation for a career in welding or metal fabrication through practical and theoretical learning.
• Potential to challenge provincial exemption exams for Level 1 of the in-school training.

Career Options

Graduates of the Welding Techniques program can pursue various career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Welder: Responsible for joining metal parts using various welding techniques, ensuring structural integrity and quality.
• Metal Fabricator: Involves cutting, shaping, and assembling metal components to create structures and products.
• Welding Inspector: Ensures that welding work meets industry standards and specifications, conducting inspections and tests.
• Welding Technician: Assists engineers in designing and implementing welding processes, focusing on efficiency and safety.
• Maintenance Technician: Performs repairs and maintenance on equipment and machinery, utilizing welding skills to fix metal components.

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