Canadore College

Mechanical Technician - Welder-Fitter

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Program Information

School:Canadore College
Faculty:School of Trades and Technology
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Metal Fabricator
Description:Skilled welders are highly sought after and well paid. Learn the specialized skills of the trade on industry-standard machines in our 6,312 sq. ft. lab. You will learn multiple welding processes at one of the 40 individual welding stations, including shield metal arc welding (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), gas metal arc (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), FUSION welding, brazing, and cutting techniques. Skills learned are highly transferable and versatile as welding is used in several trades including electrical and automotive. Graduates will have completed all position welding training and possible Canadian Welding Bureau Certification.

Flexible Exit Option – receive a Welder-Fitter Mechanical Techniques Ontario College Certificate after 30 weeks.

NOTE: Successful completion is equivalent to Level 1 Apprenticeship in-class portion.
URL:Mechanical Technician - Welder-Fitter at Canadore College
Length:42 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $33,038

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or DuoLingo or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment
Application Notes : If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. View current English Language Proficiency Requirements (pdf).

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 02, 2024