Welding Technician

Program Overview

The Welding Technician program at Niagara College is designed for those looking to make a significant impact in the skilled trades industry, which is currently facing a shortage of qualified workers. This program awards a 2-Year Diploma and is offered at the Welland campus. Students will gain hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art welding shop and fabrication lab, which is recognized as an accredited testing center. The program emphasizes practical skills in metal fabrication, welding processes, and industry-standard inspection procedures, preparing graduates for a successful career in various sectors.

Program Structure

The Welding Technician program spans a 2-Year duration, providing students with a comprehensive education in welding and metal fabrication. The program structure includes:

• Hands-on experiential learning in a full-size weld shop and fabrication lab.
• Common first-year curriculum shared with the Welding Techniques program.
• Opportunities for related programs such as Welder Apprenticeship and Metal Fabricator (Fitter) Apprenticeship.

Throughout the program, students will engage in various practical projects, taking them from engineering drawings through to the welding processes. This immersive approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the industry.

Featured Experiences

• Hands-on training in a state-of-the-art welding shop.
• Accredited Canadian Welding Bureau and Technical Standards & Safety Authority test center.
• Practical experience with metal fabrication projects.
• Understanding of industry-standard inspection procedures.
• Shared first-year curriculum with the Welding Techniques program.

Career Options

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

• Aviation Welding Technician: Specializes in welding components for aircraft, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation standards.
• Brazing Machine Operator: Operates machines that join metals using the brazing process, often in manufacturing settings.
• Welder: Works in various sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and shipbuilding, performing welding tasks on different materials.
• Fabrication Estimator: Analyzes project specifications and costs, providing estimates for metal fabrication projects.
• Quality Control Inspector: Ensures that welding and fabrication processes meet industry standards and specifications.

Other potential roles include Welder Trainee, Welder Fitter, Fabricator-Fitter, and Welding Product Sales Associate, offering a wide range of opportunities in the skilled trades sector.

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