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Welding Technology
Area of study
High School
Credential
Certificate
Program Length
2 Years | Part time
Program Overview
The Welding Technology program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and build products by cutting and joining materials using ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
You will gain welding knowledge and skills through the program with hands-on experience designing and fabricating projects by cutting and joining materials using ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The current welding and fabrication equipment used simulates an industrial shop environment, preparing you for apprenticeship. And it’s flexible – we offer this as a daytime or evening program.
Your accredited program consists of 9 core credits, providing theory and practical applications and is associated with the Canadian Welding Association, Canadian Welding Bureau and the Department of Labor. Your evaluation is done through written tests in welding, power tools, blueprint reading, and math with practical evaluations conducted using Canadian Welding Bureau and Department of Labor procedures and standards.
You should possess good manual dexterity, a mechanical aptitude and the ability to problem solve.
Core Information
Program Highlights
- Industry-Driven Curriculum: Focuses on the fundamentals of welding and fabrication, including blueprint reading, safety, and the use of modern equipment.
- Hands-On Learning: Provides practical training in cutting, joining, and fabricating ferrous and non-ferrous materials in a simulated industrial environment.
- Apprenticeship Credit: Opportunity to earn credit toward Apprenticeship Manitoba Level 1 upon meeting specific criteria.
- Safety Emphasis: Comprehensive training in workplace safety practices essential for the welding trade.
Career Outcomes
- Welder
- Fabricator
- Welding Inspector
- Pipefitter
- Boilermaker
- Structural Welder
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Ironworker
- Millwright
- Underwater Welder
Entry Requirements
Applicants should be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed credits or the equivalent standing from a Canadian school in:
- Grade 10 Math (20S)
- Grade 10 English Language Arts (20F)
Frequently Asked Questions
Any high school student in Manitoba who wants hands-on training in a skilled trade.
To attend MITT High School, you must have successfully completed Grades 9 and 10 English Language Arts, Mathematics, Physical/Health Education, Science, and Social Studies.
Textbooks and Supplies
A complete supply list and textbook information can be found on the Program Information page.
Laptop Requirements
Students are required to have access to a Tier 1 laptop for this program. More information and technical specifications are available on the Laptop and Technical Needs page.
MITT High School is tuition-free! You may need to purchase supplies for your technical training.
MITT High School students earn a Senior Years Technology Diploma and an MITT Certificate.
You can receive credit for Apprenticeship Manitoba in-school technical training and hours towards the Apprenticeship Manitoba program by:
- Completing your skilled trade program with an accumulated average of 70 per cent or better
- Gaining employment
- Registering as an apprentice within two years of graduation
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Welding Technology
All Courses
Introduction to Welding Technology (IW-200) — 110 hours
In this course, students are introduced to welding technology, including oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, and cutting, with an emphasis on hands-on welding activities. Participants will gain knowledge in oxy-acetylene safety, WHMIS training, Trade Safety Awareness, and will practice the safe use of hand tools, fasteners, and power metal-working equipment.Basic SMAW (Arc) Procedures (IW-210) — 110 hours
Students study Arc welding safety, power sources, electrode characteristics, and weld joint design. Basic Arc welding is performed in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions using various electrodes.Metal Design/Fabrication and Oxy-Acetylene Procedures (IW-220) — 110 hours
Students will have an opportunity to build a variety of projects, including a steel fire pit, using various welding and cutting processes in order to enhance their layout and fitting skills with hand and power tools.Basic GMAW (MIG) Procedures (IW-230) — 110 hours
Students set up and operate Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) equipment and perform MIG welding in all positions, which is an essential component for any production welding application. This course also involves project fabrication.Advanced GMAW (MIG) Procedures (IW-240) — 110 hours
This course involves the welding of specialty materials such as stainless steel and aluminum using the Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) process. Students are taught how to use a variety of welding gasses and consumables used in the manufacturing industry, along with performing more advanced project fabrication.Advanced SMAW (Arc) Procedures (IW-250) — 110 hours
This course includes advanced welding techniques and procedures on fillet and groove welds. Students will gain an understanding of fit up and preparation requirements for various joint designs.Advanced Metal Design/Fabrication (IW-260) — 110 hours
This course involves the study of applied mathematics, blueprint reading, and interpretation of weld symbols. The study of metal properties and the use of specialty welding processes in project design and fabrication are also included.Advanced Specialties and Qualifications (IW-270) — 110 hours
This course involves training for Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certification in the flat and horizontal positions with both the GMAW (MIG) and Flux Core Welding (FCW) processes.