Welding And Fabrication Technician

Program Overview

Get the advanced knowledge you need to begin a welding career in two years with Sheridan’s Welding and Fabrication Technician diploma. This program equips students with both fundamental and advanced welding techniques, preparing them for various applications in the industry. With hands-on training in multiple welding processes, students will gain the skills necessary to excel in their careers. The program is designed to ensure that graduates are ready to enter the workforce as competent professionals.

Program Structure

The Welding and Fabrication Technician program at Sheridan is structured to provide comprehensive training over a two-year period. The program includes:

• Hands-on training in various welding techniques, including shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).
• Advanced techniques in the second year, focusing on flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding.
• Opportunities to earn certifications with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB), allowing students to challenge structural steel tests in four welding processes.
• Small class sizes for personalized mentorship from experienced faculty.
• Preparation for a welding apprenticeship upon graduation, with potential to start as a second-year apprentice due to the program's strong reputation.

Students will also learn about industrial practices, including metallurgy, safety, blueprints, and trade calculations, ensuring a well-rounded education in welding and fabrication.

Featured Experiences

The Welding and Fabrication Technician program offers several unique experiences that enhance learning and practical skills:

• Hands-on training in specialty labs that mirror professional welding workplaces.
• Access to industry-standard equipment and facilities.
• Mentorship from highly certified instructors with decades of industry experience.
• Opportunities to earn up to nine licenses with the Canadian Welding Bureau.
• Job search training, including maintaining work documentation and effective communication on the job.
• Co-op and internship options to gain real-world experience.

Career Options

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

• Structural Steel Welder: Specializes in welding steel structures for buildings and bridges.
• Boilermaker: Constructs and repairs boilers, tanks, and vats, often in industrial settings.
• Steamfitter: Installs and repairs piping systems that carry steam and hot water.
• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright): Maintains and repairs machinery in industrial environments.
• Sheet Metal Mechanic: Works with sheet metal to fabricate and install various products, including ducts and roofing.
• Welding Inspector: Ensures that welding work meets industry standards and specifications.
• Welding Technologist: Applies engineering principles to improve welding processes and techniques.

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