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Diploma of Welding and Fabrication Technician
- Peterborough, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma in welding, Fabrication, Detailing and millwrighting.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (666667 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Ontario College Diploma in Welding and Fabrication Technician. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Welder
- Welder/fabricator
- Welder/fitter
- Welder/setter
- Level 2 welding inspector
- Technical advisor
- Thermite welder
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Mining equipment
- Pipelines
- Shipbuilding
- Aerospace
Curriculum
- Four semesters: fitting
- Layout and blueprint reading
- Welding theory and practice
- Metallurgy
- Weld inspection and MCAW
- FCAW and TIG processes
- PlasmaCAM pattern development
- Distortion and non-destructive testing
- Then steel detailing in Inventor
- Fabrication
- Rigging and advanced welding
- Plus electives.
Entry requirements
Academic
- OSSD with Grade 12 C English and Grade 12 C Math (minimum 55% in Grade 12 C Math). Certified secondary school transcripts translated into English
- English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 46 or Cambridge 169
- Or another route on Fleming's language requirements page).
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent secondary school graduation, Scanned certified or notarised transcripts translated into English, Programme-specific prerequisites on each programme page (for example Business needs Grade 12 C English and Grade 11 C Math, Or equivalent).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 46
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the programme's entry requirements
- Start dates and the minimum two-semester length. Apply through the International Application or a Fleming-approved agent and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Upload certified secondary school transcripts translated into English and English proficiency proof. Receive the offer (target 5-10 business days)
- Accept it in the portal and pay the full first-semester fees. Download the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter if approved
- Then apply for the study permit and visa or eTA. About 7 weeks before term
- Follow the arrival emails on housing and airport pickup.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,247 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Sutherland Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Trades and Technology |
| Department | Department of Welding and Fabrication Technician |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 666667 years |
| Scholarship note | entry scholarships for international students (https://flemingcollege. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $17,247 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,240 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 46, Cambridge 169.