Overview

At Advanced Welding Technology from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology from skills in fabrication to product innovation and inspection methods, you will gain foundational skills that are in-demand by industry. This two-year program is a direct pathway into apprenticeship trades training at NAIT without having to first be a registered apprentice. In addition, it teaches the knowledge required to be a leader in the industry.

Careers

The welding industry is dynamic, and demand for employees who understand emerging technologies and evolving processes is high!

As a graduate, you can become employed in fields such as metal fabrication, chemical processing, mining, construction, pulp and paper, manufacturing and specialty processes operators. Specialization within the welding industry may also lead to entrepreneurial or self-employment opportunities as a business owner, mobile welder, welding specialist and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technical Math

Workplace Safety & Apprenticeship System

Welding Tools & Processes

Electrical, Metallurgical, and Drawing Theory

Wire Feed Application

Effective Communications

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process and Application

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process and Application

Pattern Development and Estimating

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

Electronics & Embedded Technology Engineering Management General Engineering & Technology View 183 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

English 10-1 or English 10-2

One of: Math 10, Math 10-3, Math 20-4, Applied Math 10, Math 13, or Math 24

Proof of English Language Proficiency

OR English or Math Academic Upgrading Placement Tests may be used in place of Grade 10 English or Grade 10 Math requirements, should results be successful and satisfy the appropriate grade level.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

22290 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 743 CAD per credit during 24 months.
National

7740 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 258 CAD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

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