Overview

Graduates from Welding and Fabrication Techniques program at Algonquin College may find work in a broad variety of industries including machine shops, fabrication and manufacturing companies, ship repair, mining, building construction and welding inspection.

Quick Facts:

Participate in a combination of theory and shop work, and learn metal fabrication techniques and welding, acquiring a solid foundation of principles for the field.

All classes are taught in Algonquin College`s state-of-the-art Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE) facility, where you have the opportunity to use up-to-date equipment and learn about advanced technology in the welding and fabrication field, including:

gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
gas metal arc welding (GMAW)

Learn metallurgy, and joint and metal preparation. Gain the ability to take technical measurements using the right tools, set up and safely operate equipment for various processes, and read and interpret blueprints and welding specifications.

You also have the opportunity to take additional welding qualifications throughout the program. You can complete the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Qualification of Welding Procedures test for different forms of welding. These can include shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, and flux-cored arc. These can be used in one or more positions.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Achieving Success in the 21st Century
Mathematics
Welding Techniques Lab
Welding Techniques
Mechanical Engineered Drawings

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

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Be sure to apply by the Equal Consideration deadline of February 1. You can apply after February 1 and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Language

English

PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Duolingo English Test

110

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Materials Science Production and Manufacturing Engineering View 25 other Bachelors in Production and Manufacturing Engineering 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

PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Duolingo English Test

110

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent)
Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent)
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimum of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.

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Tuition Fee

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International

15770 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7885 CAD per semester during 12 months.
National

3470 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1735 CAD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Ottawa

1168 - 1925 CAD /month

Living costs

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Ottawa

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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