Program Description
The Welding Techniques certificate program enables students to gain an in-depth hands-on education in current welding techniques — working with the most current technology — and study the theory at the same time. Students will learn shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).
Students will learn how to conduct a job search, maintain proper work documentation and communicate effectively on the job. Students will also study industrial practices in areas such as:
- Metallurgy (chemical processes)
- Safety
- Blueprints and construction documents
- Layout and fabrication
- Trade calculations
- Welding theory
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, Lockout procedures, Hazard control, body issues and WHMIS related information.
- Interpret and produce basic graphics and other standard technical documents to industry standards.
- Identify and select methods appropriate for fabrication from engineering drawings.
- Perform basic technical measurements using appropriate tools.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the fundamentals of the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process and the characteristics of the modes of metal transfers.
- Complete all work in compliance with practices and procedures typical of industry to ensure safety of self and others.
- Set up equipment for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) applications and perform these in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Define procedures for correction of defective weld quality and describe the need for other functions to assure weld quality.
- Work responsibly and effectively within a shop environment in accordance with appropriate practices and procedures.
- Use shop tools and equipment for the manufacture, and repair of components to required specifications.
