Overview
Typical projects that involve metal fabricators include bridges, buildings, hoppers, conveyors, towers, cranes, heavy-mining equipment, logging equipment, and ship parts and equipment.
The Metal Fabricator Foundation program from British Columbia Institute of Technology has General Admission intakes in September and March as well as special intakes for High School cohorts in February. Please contact the Admissions Department for specific dates and registration.
If you are interested in working in the marine and ship building industry, you may be eligible to enter the Marine Fitter Apprenticeship program.
Alternatively, if you are already indentured with the British Columbia Industry Training Authority (ITA), or seeking more information on the apprenticeship itself, check out our Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship web page.
Career
Training prepares students for entry-level employment as metal fabricators. Upon successful completion of the program, students may seek employment as apprentices. Industry contacts are available.
This is a prerequisite program for the Marine Fitter endorsement. Visit the Marine Fitter Apprenticeship page for more information.
Graduate employment outcomesThe BCIT student outcomes report presents summary findings from the annual survey of former students administered by BC Stats one to two years after graduation. These reports combine the last three years of available results for the 2020-2022 BCIT Outcomes Surveys of 2019-2021 graduates and for Degree 2017-2019 graduates. The reports are organized into three-page summaries containing information on graduates’ labour market experiences and opinions regarding their education. More detailed information can be accessed at the BC Student Outcomes website.
Programme Structure
Course structure:
- Apply Safe Work Practices
- Math for Metal Fabricators
- Interpretation of Drawings for Fabricators
- Hand and Power Tools
- Metal Fabrication Shop Equipment
- Develop & Layout Templates
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Burnaby, Canada
Disciplines
Materials Science View 28 other Bachelors in Materials Science in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
International applicants
- This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
- Please note that international students are not eligible to continue to an apprenticeship training program. To learn more about international student opportunities at BCIT, visit BCIT International.
To submit your application:
- Include proof of meeting all entrance requirements.
- Convert all transcripts and supporting documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
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Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents3336 CAD / full≈ 3336 CAD / full
Living costs
Burnaby
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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