Welding Techniques Program (T166)

    Country: Canada

    Duration: 1 Year or Less

    Program Level: College Certificate

    Country: Canada

    Duration: 1 Year or Less

    Program Level: College Certificate

Overview

Welding is a high-demand trade, driving the success of major development projects across the country. The Welding Techniques one-year certificate program applies the technical theory and elements of the welding field through hands-on learning, transforming you into a welding pro. With our state-of-the-art welding lab featuring 26 stations and virtual welding simulations, you’ll hone your skills in a controlled setting. Our Smart Welding Lab also comes with an infrared camera and monitor that lets instructors demonstrate and digitally document welding techniques.

*Domestic students only — see page for details.

Full Description

In our one-year Welding Techniques program, you’ll create an e-portolio for potential employers, demonstrating the skills you’ve developed. Employment opportunities in the welding trade span several industries, including transportation, petrochemical, oil and gas, aerospace, fabrication, manufacturing, pipelines, mining, and construction.

This experiential program will help you master five of the most common types of welding processes:

  1. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW): This process uses a consumable electrode covered with flux. It is the primary type of welding used in the maintenance and repair industry. Arc welding is usually used to weld iron and steel, although it can also be used for alloys (aluminum, nickel, etc.).
  2. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW): This welding process uses electricity to melt and join pieces of metal together. It is generally regarded as one of the easiest types of welding to learn. It is also called Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). It can be used to weld a variety of metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, magnesium, copper, bronze, etc.
  3. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW): The process uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode that delivers the current to the welding arc. The tungsten and weld puddle are protected and cooled with inert gas, typically argon or helium. It is most commonly used for welding stainless steel and non-ferrous metals like aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys.
  4. Plasma Arc and Oxyfuel Cutting: This process uses an electrode and compressed gas, forced at high speeds through a nozzle, usually copper, to cut metal, primarily mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Oxyfuel cutting uses fuel gases combined with oxygen to cut metals, usually steel.
  5. Fabrication: Metal fabrication is the building of metal structures by cutting, bending, and assembling processes. It is a value-added process that involves the construction of machines and structures from various raw materials.

At the end of this intense, two-semester program, you’ll have the opportunity to challenge the shielded metal arc weld test, in accordance with CSA W47.1/W59 standards, in a position(s) of your choosing through the Canadian Welders Bureau. (This test will be voluntary and at an extra cost to you.)

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

Graduates of the program bring a wide range of welding skills to future employers. This program increases your marketability and knowledge of the welding trade and provides a good understanding of the safety practices relevant to the work performed. Welders are always going to be in demand in the manufacturing industry of Ontario because of how important they are to the manufacturing process. Most of the basic welding skills are the same across all industries, so welders can shift from one industry to the next––meaning that there is always a constant supply of work.

Industry

Welding is a high demand trade, and critical for the success of many major development projects across the country. Employment opportunities span several industries, including:

  • transportation
  • petrochemical
  • oil and gas
  • aerospace
  • fabrication
  • manufacturing
  • pipelines
  • mining
  • construction

The Bureau of Labour Statistics paints a bright future for welding careers in Ontario. Between 2010 and 2025, the industry is expected to see around 15 per cent growth, which is higher than the rate of growth for most other occupations. Welding positions are going to be incredibly important to both the provincial and national economy over the course of the next decade.

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.

From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

Requirements

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
  • grade 12 English (C or U)
  • grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
language proficiency Testing Program Diploma/Certificate
Programs
Postgraduate Programs and Fast-track/ Bridges** GBC Degree Programs*
George Brown English for Academic (EAP) Program Level 8 Level 9 Level 9
IELTS (Academic) 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each skill band 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each skill band
TOEFL 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band 88 (online) minimum 22 in each skill band 84 (online) minimum 21 in each skill band
MELAB 80 85 85
PTE (Academic) 54, overall minimum
50 in each skill band
60, overall minimum
55 in each skill band
60, overall minimum
55 in each skill band
CAEL 60 (overall) 70 overall (writing 60) 70 overall (writing 60)
Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162) 176 or more (with no individual skill below 169) 176 or more (with no individual skill below 169)
George Brown Admissions Test (Mature applicants only) Available Available Not Available

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Tuition:

CAD19,084.00 Approx.

Application Fee:
$250
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Living Costs

$11,800 - $15,750/Year

Application Fee

$100 - $200

IELTS Requirement

6.0 - 7.0

Work Opportunities

Yes; Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (up to 3 years)

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