Overview

This Canadore College programme is currently eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as of July 10, 2025, and aligns with IRCC’s priority occupational fields for students applying for a study permit after November 1, 2024. For the most up-to-date information, please consult the IRCC website.

You will learn multiple welding processes at one of the 33 individual welding stations, including shield metal arc welding (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), gas metal arc (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), FUSION welding, brazing, and cutting techniques. Skills learned are highly transferable and versatile as welding is used in several trades including electrical and automotive.

Graduates of this Mechanical Technician - Welder-Fitter programme offered at Canadore College will have completed all position welding training and possible Canadian Welding Bureau Certification.

Your Future Career

Welding and fabrication

Repair shops

Mining

Iron Worker

Pipe welding

What You Learn

Welding theory and practice

3D modelling

Metallurgy and rigging

Layout and fitting

Manufacturing quality control and assurance

Blue print reading

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Practical Operations - Shop

Trade Calculations

Layout and Fitting

Welding Robotics

Quality Project Management System

Solidworks

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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International students are encouraged to apply before the equal consideration dates for the applicable programme.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

43

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IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

North Bay, Canada

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering Gerontology View 10 other Bachelors in Gerontology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

43

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U
If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15548 CAD / year

≈ 15548 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

2720 CAD / year

≈ 2720 CAD / year

Living costs

North Bay

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Your Future Career

What You Learn

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

North Bay

Funding

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