College Certificate - Welding Techniques (WTQ) at Fleming College - Program overview

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Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-07-10

Program overview

Program Overview

The Welding Techniques program at Fleming College is designed to equip students with essential hands-on skills in various welding processes, preparing them for a rewarding career in a high-demand field. This program emphasizes practical experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for employment upon graduation. With a focus on safety and industry standards, students will learn the fundamentals of welding, including both traditional and modern techniques. The program is delivered in person at the Sutherland Campus, providing an immersive learning environment that fosters skill development and confidence in welding practices.

Program Structure

The Welding Techniques program spans two semesters, allowing students to gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in welding. Key features of the program structure include:

Hands-on training in various welding processes, including SMAW and GMAW.
Exposure to specialized welding techniques such as FCAW and GTAW.
Basic blueprint reading, trade math, and metallurgy are integral parts of the curriculum.
Opportunities to obtain industry-related health and safety certifications.
Pathway options into advanced programs, such as the Welding and Fabrication Technician diploma.

This structured approach ensures that students not only learn the technical skills required for welding but also understand the theoretical aspects that underpin these practices, preparing them for a successful career in the industry.

Featured Experiences

The Welding Techniques program offers several unique experiences that enhance the learning journey:

Extensive hands-on experience with common welding processes used in the industry.
Opportunity to challenge the SMAW 1G weld test and obtain a Welding Ticket from the Canadian Welding Bureau.
Access to industry-related health and safety certifications, ensuring students are workplace-ready.
Real-world applications through projects that simulate industry conditions.
Networking opportunities with industry professionals and potential employers.

Career Options

Graduates of the Welding Techniques program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Welder: Perform welding tasks in various industries, including construction and manufacturing.
Fabricator: Work with metal components to create structures and products, often in a manufacturing setting.
Welding Technician: Assist in the planning and execution of welding projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
Quality Control Inspector: Evaluate welds and materials to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
Maintenance Technician: Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment and structures, utilizing welding skills to ensure functionality.

These career options highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, reflecting the high demand for skilled welders in various sectors across Canada.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-10

Program overview

Academic Requirements

Students applying to the Welding Techniques program must meet the following requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Grade 12 C English and Grade 11 C Math.
Mature Students: If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start and do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Skills Marker to assess your eligibility for admission. Additional testing or academic upgrading may be necessary to meet specific course requirements for this program.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, it is advisable to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding specific requirements.

Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to secure their place in the program.

For the Welding Techniques program, there are no specific prerequisite courses mentioned beyond the general Academic Requirements. However, it is essential to ensure that you meet the academic standards outlined above.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency, choosing one of the following options:

Option 1 - Submit test results from one of the accepted tests listed:

Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 80 with no score less than 20
Paper-based (PBT) TOEFL: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
Duolingo: 105+
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): Overall 60
Canadian Academic English Language - ONLINE (CAEL - ONLINE): Overall 60
Michigan English Test (MET): 56
PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 46+
Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 169 with no skill below 162
Oxford ELLT: 6 (No band less than 5)

Special notes: Test scores to be valid for a minimum of 2 months following date of application. Students applying within Canada, currently attending an accredited University or College, with expired test scores can be considered for direct admission if the student successfully progresses in a post-secondary program.

Option 2: Successful completion of Level 8, in Fleming College’s English Language Bridge (ELB) Program.

Diploma/Certificates require 70% grade in Level 8
Post Graduate Certificates require 80% grade in Level 8

Option 3: Successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at an Ontario Community College, University, or approved pathway language organization.

Option 4: Provide proof of language proficiency based on previous education:

Successfully completed three consecutive years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
Completed one full year of study (within the last 2 years) in an accredited post-secondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
Obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Fleming College pathway partners.
Completed three consecutive years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 C).

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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Last updated on 2025-12-06

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