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Welding Level 1
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The Welding certificate program is a nine month pre-employment program that prepares students with the basic skills and knowledge they require to gain employment in the welding industry. Students in this area of study may choose to seek employment after completion of their studies or they may decide to pursue further training opportunities, including apprenticeship training or transfer into the second year of Holland College's Welding Fabrication Program in Georgetown.
Courses
Welding Level 1 Courses
print full list with descriptionsTake the following course(s), minimum grade: Pass
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
This course is designed to introduce students to the ASME standard, Section IX "Open Root Boiler and Pressure Vessel" test. Students will continue to perfect their welding procedures and will learn to perform four position plate tests, evaluate the welded plates and prepare them for bending.
Hours: 90
Course Code: WFAB3-1052
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1052 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Practicum I
During this first practicum students will gain industry experience and apply skills and knowledge gained during the preceding courses.
Hours: 160
Course Code: WFAB3-1130
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1130 Practicum I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Take the following course(s), minimum grade: 70%
Trades Awareness and Safety Orientation
Trades Awareness and Safety Orientation
This course is designed to introduce the student to the metal trades. The student will be given an orientation to the metal trades, apprenticeship training, and shop safety. This course will cover all related trades and the safety concerns that are identified in the student handbook.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1000
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1000 Trades Awareness and Safety Orientation
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Lift Truck Training
This course has been designed to introduce the student to Forklift training. The course is based on the lift-tow curriculum and tested by their documents. Upon successful completion of this course the student is licensed to drive a class 1, 4 and 5 lift truck.
Hours: 15
Course Code: WFAB3-1005
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1005 Lift Truck Training
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Essential Skills
In this course students will gain essential knowledge and skills that will contribute to greater success in the workplace. Topics in this course include: roles in the workplace, dealing with stress, harassment, problem solving, and performance management.
Hours: 30
Course Code: WFAB3-1010
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1010 Essential Skills
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Math I
In this course students will learn to solve trade related problems using fractions, decimals, percent, metric, and geometric formulas commonly found in the workplace.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1015
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1015 Math I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Computer Literacy
In this course students will learn to communicate using email, create and manage electronic files, and use the Internet for research.
Hours: 30
Course Code: WFAB3-1020
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1020 Computer Literacy
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Oxy-Acetylene Cutting Procedures
Oxy-Acetylene Cutting Procedures
This course is designed to introduce students to the oxy-fuel cutting outfit. Students will learn how to set up and maintain oxy-fuel cutting equipment. Today's industry is ever changing; the basic fundamentals are learned in this course, to meet industry needs. Hands-on practical experience is the basis of this course.
Hours: 15
Course Code: WFAB3-1025
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1025 Oxy-Acetylene Cutting Procedures
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Oxy-Fuel Welding
This course is designed as the first introduction to welding equipment. The students will learn about the history of welding. This course will give the student an introduction to the basics concerning oxy-fuel welding and the equipment used to safely perform this process. The student will also be introduced to basic inspection techniques used when evaluating oxy-fuel welds.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1030
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1030 Oxy-Fuel Welding
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I
This course is the first in the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process and as such will provide students the fundamentals of the process. GTAW is widely used throughout the welding fabrication industry. GTAW is a precise method of welding stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1035
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1035 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
In this first course in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, students will learn the safety aspects, set-up and uses of the SMAW process. Topics that will be explored in this course are: electrodes and their uses, the hard facing process and selection of those electrodes and electrical factors. Students will learn to weld typical joints in the four positions using F-3 and F-4 electrodes. After completing this course the student will have a very good working knowledge of the SMAW process and be able to explain the governing bodies related to the SMAW process.
Hours: 90
Course Code: WFAB3-1042
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1042 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Carbon and Plasma Arc Cutting Procedures
Carbon and Plasma Arc Cutting Procedures
The arc cutting process is used throughout the Welding Fabrication trade to cut and remove metal in hard to reach and remote areas. This course is delivered to students to give them a working knowledge of the safe working practices of arc cutting and practical working applications of this process. After completing this course, students will be prepared to safely use Manual Carbon Arc and Plasma Cutting equipment.
Hours: 30
Course Code: WFAB3-1047
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1047 Carbon and Plasma Arc Cutting Procedures
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Blueprint Reading I
In this course students will develop skills in interpreting and creating blueprints. Topics that will be included are: the basics of reading blueprints, symbols and abbreviations, the types of blueprints and fabrication based on drawing interpretation.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1055
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1055 Blueprint Reading I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Materials and Metallurgy
In this course, students will be introduced to the codes and specification used to identify materials used in the Welding and Metal Fabrication trades. As well students will gain a basic working knowledge of Metallurgy. The topics introduced include: the identification of metals and grades, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, methods of heat treatment, methods for controlling expansion, contraction and distortion. Students will also gain knowledge in the use of International Standards Organization (ISO) documentation.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1062
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1062 Materials and Metallurgy
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Gas Metal Arc Welding I
This course is the first of two courses designed to allow students to learn to weld using the GMAW process. In this course students will learn the basics of the GMAW process including selecting, setting up and using GMAW equipment. Students will also learn to weld stringer/weave, fillet welds and butt joints in the four positions.
Hours: 90
Course Code: WFAB3-1065
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1065 Gas Metal Arc Welding I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Communications I
This course is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to effectively communicate in written format needed for the workforce.
Hours: 30
Course Code: WFAB3-1070
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1070 Communications I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II
GTAW II has been designed to take the basic fundamentals of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I further into practical application. Building on the basics, students will learn to weld using the GTAW process in various positions on stainless steel and aluminum. The skills acquired in this course will be directly applied in the industry work terms.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1075
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1075 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Rigging I
This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of safe working loads, and working load limits with regards to basic rigging. The student will also have the opportunity to participate in a one-day seminar instructed by Crosby Canada. This course gives the student real world experience with many rigging labs and on-site practice.
Hours: 15
Course Code: WFAB3-1080
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1080 Rigging I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Flux Cored Arc Welding I
This course is the first of two courses designed to give the student basic knowledge while learning to weld using the FCAW process. In this course, students will learn the basics of this welding process including selecting, setting up, using and maintaining FCAW equipment. Students will also learn how to weld 5 basic joints, stringer beads in the flat position and fillet welds in the flat position.
Hours: 60
Course Code: WFAB3-1085
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1085 Flux Cored Arc Welding I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Layout I
This course is designed to allow students to develop their skills in the area of layout as it pertains to the trades of Welding and Metal Fabrication. In this course students will learn how to transfer dimensions from drawings to materials and confirm material dimensions. In addition, students will learn to apply the use of jigs and fixtures, including the tools used to construct jigs, fixtures and layout plate.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1092
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1092 Layout I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Hand Measuring and Layout Tools I
Hand Measuring and Layout Tools I
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic measuring and layout tools for the Welding Fabrication Trade. After learning about the common uses of these tools, the student will apply this knowledge to the scheduled work terms and shop related projects.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1095
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1095 Hand Measuring and Layout Tools I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Component Assembly
Component assembly is designed for the student to increase their knowledge of blueprint reading and layout. The student will also be introduced to the Quality Management Program used in the Welding Fabrication shop. Tracking project development and quality is very important in the Welding Fabrication field; components of this course are designed to build on the students experience.
Hours: 15
Course Code: WFAB3-1105
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1105 Component Assembly
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Power Tools
In this course students will gain the knowledge and practical experience to safely use and maintain power tools used in the Welding Fabrication trade. A wide variety of equipment is used in the Metal trades and this course will allow students to gain the experience to operate the various power tools used. Specifically, this course will focus on choosing, sharpening and safely using a drill bit as well as applying taping and threading procedures to various metals.
Hours: 60
Course Code: WFAB3-1117
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1117 Power Tools
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Stationary Power Equipment
In this course students will gain the knowledge and work place experience to safely use and maintain various stationary power tools, including a working knowledge of the safety features and equipment maintenance schedules. Students will work with many pieces of stationary power equipment including computer numerical controlled (CNC) equipment.
Hours: 45
Course Code: WFAB3-1122
Detailed Course Outline: WFAB3-1122 Stationary Power Equipment
Academic Year: 2012-2013
| Program Facts | |
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| Start Date: | September |
| Length: | 9 months |
| Location: | West Prince Centre, Alberton |
| Credential(s) Issued: | Certificate, Welding Level 1 |
Graduate Opportunities
- Construction industries
- Fabrication, assembly and maintenance shops
- Pulp and paper mills
- Shipyards
- Offshore construction and maintenance
- Self-employment
- US Federal Student Aid - Gainful Employment Disclosure
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
- Preference will be given to applicants with Academic Grade 11 or 12 English, Math and Physics
- Related courses and work experience will enhance application
- Resumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program
Tuition & Fees
| Tuition & Fees | |
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| Year 1 | $4,725 |
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