Assiniboine Community College

Label Label Label

Welder Apprenticeship

Assiniboine Community College

Faculty:School of Trades & Technology
Degree:Certificate; Apprenticeship
Field of Study:Welding Technology/Welder
Course Based:Yes
Careers:Welders

Description:

A certified Welder has the knowledge, ability and skills required to layout, cut, prepare, repair, install and join metals of various compositions using a variety of welding equipment. Apprenticeship training takes place at the Len Evans Centre for Trades and Technology at Assiniboine's North Hill Campus. Completed in 2010, this 130,000 square foot facility features innovative shops, laboratories and classrooms.

A certified Welder has the knowledge, ability and skills required to layout, cut, prepare, repair, install and join metals of various compositions using a variety of welding equipment. Welders make and fix metal equipment and items crucial to everyday business operations. Since the range of industrial items made of metal is extensive, Welders must not only be versatile but also highly skilled. If you enjoy creating things with your hands, are practical and results-oriented and have an interest in working with metal, you may want to become a welder. Whether you work in a small metal fabricating shop or in a large industrial complex, the job has lots of variety. In fact, being versatile is important since welders make or repair a wide range of items.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Please direct your inquiries to Manitoba Education and Training - Workforce Development

    * 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 February 17, 2023