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Diploma of Welding and Fabrication Technician
- Cornwall, 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 (3 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
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with most Grade 11 and 12 courses at C
- U or M level
- normally Grade 12 English (C or U) and Grade 11 Math
- some programmes add science or other prerequisites. Non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college.
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with programme prerequisites (typically Grade 12 English at C/U level and Grade 11 Math at C/U/M level; some programmes add science or other prerequisites); non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college
Language tests
- IELTS 6
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
How to apply
- Check the programme page for entry requirements and apply at least four months before the start date Apply online through the SLC International Application Service with an OCAS account (international.ocas.ca) and pay the 100 CAD application fee through Flywire Upload passport
- certified and translated transcripts
- diploma or degree
- proof of English proficiency Receive the Letter of Acceptance and pay the amount on it by its deadline (tuition deposit 2
- 350 CAD
- non-refundable) Apply to IRCC for the study permit with the Letter of Acceptance and upload the approval to the portal.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,304 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Cornwall |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $18,304 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6, IELTS Academic 6.