College Certificate - Welding Techniques (WT111)

Program Overview

Humber’s Welding Techniques certificate program is designed to introduce prospective welders to the trade. The program aims to facilitate employment and entry into the apprenticeship program by providing practical experience with trade regulations and practices. Students will gain a solid understanding of various technical theories and elements of the welding trade.

Topics covered include health and safety, blueprint reading, applied math, communication, and various welding techniques. Students will learn valuable skills using the latest industry software and working in fully equipped labs. Skilled instructors emphasize current industry trends and replicate real-world situations that apprentices and skilled tradespeople encounter daily. Upon completion, students are eligible to be tested for the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certification.

Program Structure

The Welding Techniques program is structured over a duration of 2 semesters. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in welding. The program includes:

• Mandatory Co-op opportunities to gain practical experience.
• Optional Co-op Stream for those who wish to enhance their learning through paid work terms.
• Field experiences that allow students to engage in intensive, hands-on learning related to their career goals.
• Professional practicums that provide practice-based experience under the supervision of experienced professionals.

This program is available in various formats, including online options, allowing flexibility for students to choose a delivery method that best suits their needs.

Featured Experiences

• Co-operative Education: Students can participate in paid work terms that progressively increase in complexity as their skills develop.
• Field Experience: Opportunities to engage in real-world environments related to welding, which may be paid or unpaid.
• Professional Practicum: Provides practice-based experience necessary for professional licensing or certification.
• Hands-on Learning: Students work in fully equipped labs and shops, using the latest industry tools and technologies.
• Industry-Relevant Training: Instructors focus on current trends and practices in the welding industry, preparing students for real-world challenges.

Career Options

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

• Welder: Perform welding tasks in various industries, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
• Welding Technician: Assist in the planning and execution of welding projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
• Fabrication Specialist: Work in manufacturing settings, fabricating metal components and structures according to blueprints.
• Quality Control Inspector: Assess weld quality and implement corrective actions to meet industry standards.
• Welding Instructor: Teach welding techniques and safety practices to aspiring welders in educational settings.

With the growing demand for skilled tradespeople, graduates can expect steady employment opportunities in sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, construction, and more.

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