Welder - 456A

Mohawk College Certificate

Eligible for Ontario College Certificate

Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship program covers the required in-class training for the Welder trade.

How to get started

Overview

Program Highlights

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State-of-the-art facilities
“Earn while you learn” training model, combining on-the-job and in-school training
In-school training lead by faculty and staff who are experienced, licensed journeypersons
You may qualify for income support while in school through Employment Insurance Canada benefits or training allowance

What you'll learn

Acquire thorough knowledge of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and thermal cutting.
Essential skills required to meet the performance objectives of the Apprenticeship Training Standards.
Obtain an understanding for reading and interpreting blueprints.
Ensure quality of product/ process before, during and after welding through certification testing.
Learn how to fit subassemblies and assemblies together and to prepare assemblies for welding.

This program covers all in-class training for this apprenticeship.

Program Structure

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Admission

Offers of classroom training are issued by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development and registered with Skilled Trades Ontario.

Please ensure your school preferences are up to date with Skilled Trades Ontario via their portal.

Learn more about Apprenticeship.

Financial Assistance

When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Available Financial Assistance Resources:

Apply for Awards:

By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.

Apply for Scholarships and Bursaries
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Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

One-on-One Money Counselling
Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
Financial Resources and Calculators
Events and Workshops

Program of Studies

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you’ll gain skills

This apprenticeship consists of 6,000 hours:

5,280 hours of on-the-job work experience with your employer
720 hours of in-school training at Mohawk College
View the Skilled Trades Ontario for this trade.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes for apprenticeship programs, are defined within the Curriculum Training Standard for each trade, and set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

View the training standard for this trade

The Curriculum Standards are developed by Skilled Trades Ontario in consultation with representatives from the trade and Training Delivery Agent instructors.

Career Opportunities

Your future career options:

Fabrication Welder
Production Welder
Construction Welder
Pressure Vessel Welder

Where you could work includes:

Fabricating Shops
Manufacturers of Structural Steel and Platework
Construction Industries
Heavy Machinery Contractors
Aircraft Contractors
Ship Building and Other Transportation Contractors
Specialized Welding Shops

Opportunities for grads:

Canadian Welding Bureau
Certificate of Qualification (C of Q)

Educational Pathways

Pathways to Mohawk

If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.

If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.

Transfer from

You can transfer to the Welder - 456A from the following programs:

Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Campus

Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades (SC)

Credential

Mohawk College Certificate

Eligible for Ontario College Certificate

Mechanical Techniques (Welding and Fabrication)

Campus

Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades (SC)

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Receiving Program

Welder

Campus

Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades (SC)

Credential

Mohawk College Certificate

Eligible for Ontario College Certificate

Transfer to

You can transfer from the Welder - 456A to the following programs:

Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Campus

Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades (SC)

Credential

Mohawk College Certificate

Eligible for Ontario College Certificate

Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.

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