Welding And Fabrication Technician at Sheridan College - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-07-14

Program overview

Program Overview

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

Program Structure

The Welding and Fabrication Technician program at Sheridan is structured over a two-year period, consisting of four semesters. Here’s a brief overview of the program structure:

Duration: 2 years (4 Semesters)
Location: Davis Campus, Brampton
Hands-on Training: Students will engage in extensive hands-on training in specialty labs that mirror professional welding workplaces.
Co-op Opportunities: The program may include co-op placements, providing students with real-world experience.
Certification: Students have the opportunity to earn up to nine licenses with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB).

Throughout the program, students will learn various welding techniques, safety practices, and industrial practices, preparing them for a successful career in welding and fabrication.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on Learning: Students will work in specialty labs equipped with industry-standard equipment.
Experienced Faculty: Learn from highly certified instructors with decades of industry experience.
Job Search Preparation: The program includes training on how to conduct a job search and maintain proper work documentation.
Certification Opportunities: Students can challenge structural steel tests in four welding processes to obtain certifications.
Small Class Sizes: Benefit from one-on-one mentorship due to small class sizes.

Career Options

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

Structural Steel Welder: Responsible for welding steel structures in construction projects.
Boilermaker: Specializes in the assembly and repair of boilers and other large vessels.
Steamfitter: Installs and maintains piping systems for steam and hot water.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright): Focuses on the installation and maintenance of machinery in industrial settings.
Sheet Metal Mechanic: Works with sheet metal to create and install various products.
Welding Inspector: Ensures that welding work meets industry standards and specifications.
Welding Technologist: Applies engineering principles to improve welding processes and techniques.

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 2025-07-14

Program overview

Academic Requirements

Program Eligibility:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
- One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U).

Mature student status.

Applicant Selection:

Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).

Applicants who do not meet the Academic Requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.

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

International Students:

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.

Prerequisite Courses:

One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U).

For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

All applicants to Sheridan must demonstrate English-language proficiency. If English is not your first language, or if your previous education was in another language, you can demonstrate your knowledge and skills in English in three ways:

Successful completion of Sheridan’s ESL program.
Previous secondary or postsecondary experience in English.
Achieving the minimum requirements of an English-language proficiency test.

Sheridan recognizes the following tests and considers their minimum scores for admission decisions:

Test	Certificate or Diploma program requirement	Degree and Graduate Certificate program requirement
Sheridan’s ESL program (EAP level)	A minimum score of 70% in listening and speaking and 70% in reading and writing.	A minimum score of 75% in listening and speaking and 75% in reading and writing.
IELTS Academic Level	Overall score 6.0 with no individual band below 5.5.	Overall score 6.5 with no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT	Overall score 80 with no individual section below 20.	Overall score 88 with no individual section below 21.
Duolingo English Language Test	Overall score of 105 with no integrated subscore lower than 85.	Overall score of 115 with no integrated subscore lower than 95.
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language)	Overall score 60 with no individual section below 50.	Overall score 70 with no individual section below 60.

For more details on other accepted tests and their requirements, 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

Program overview