This Program is offered at the following campus locations:
Dawson Creek
Description:
The Welding Apprenticeship program is comprised of four 6-week courses. Students completing Level 4 training are eligible to write the Interprovincial ticket. Students requiring additional time to complete must make arrangements with their instructor and must pay for additional weeks. However, all apprentices that enter the program must be employed with an employer as a sponsor.
Certification:
- Certificate in Welding Apprenticeship.
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Industry Training Authority Certificate of Qualification (Welder)
Program Contact: Pam Eales
Dean: Jeff Lekstrom
Admission Requirements: Students must be registered BC Welding Apprentices.
Program Length (Weeks): Six weeks per level
Program Length (Hours): 180 hours per level
Program Intake Start: See Trades and Apprenticeship schedule.
Program Intake Finish: See Trades and Apprenticeship schedule.
Available Seats: 12
Application Deadline: Intake every six weeks
Career Prospects:
Opportunities exist in the local and regional industry for welders. Above average salaries are offered and excellent working conditions exist.
Additional Requirements and Supplies:
The following tools must be supplied by students:
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Metal tool pail (max 10-inch diameter) or small toolbox with tote tray
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Clear CSA approved safety glasses
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High top steel-toe CSA approved leather work boots
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Padlock for locker
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12-foot metric/imperial tap measure
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Arc welding helmet
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Two pairs of welder gloves
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One-piece oxy-acetylene goggles
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Tri-flint spark lighter
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Tip cleaners
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Small metal protractor
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Welder’s leather jacket or cape sleeves
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100 per cent cotton overalls (bib or full)
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#10R straight jaw vice grip
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10-inch crescent wrench
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1.5 pound, 24-ounce fiberglass handle ball peen hammer
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12-inch STT metric/imperial combination square
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Centre punch
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10-inch slip joint pliers
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1/2 RD Pipeliner NCH 14-inch file with handle
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45/90-degree magnet
Eligibility for Canada Student Loans: No
Required Minimum Grade: 70%
Courses: