Overview

Basic theory and related information, along with hands-on shop practice enable students to become competent in fabricating basic sheet metal products.

Sheet metal workers must be able to work at heights. Good physical condition is necessary.

Career

Students from the Sheet Metal Worker Foundation program from British Columbia Institute of Technology are prepared for entry-level employment in the sheet metal trade. Upon successful completion of the program, students may seek employment as apprentices, often with the support of faculty in connecting with employers.

With a rise in construction activity in BC, employment opportunities for sheet metal workers have also increased. Graduates are finding employment with both union and non-union employers. Apprenticeships are available.

All indicators show that employment in the Sheet Metal trade will continue to be positive in the future.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

Sheet Metal (Harmonized)

The course includes topics such as fabrication, assembly, and installation of a variety of sheet metal products.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 5 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

40 alternative credits

40.5

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burnaby, Canada

Disciplines

Materials Science Art and Craft View 24 other Bachelors in Art and Craft 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

English language proficiency: one of:
- Category 3 – English Studies 12 (50%) or equivalent or
- BCIT English Trades Entry Assessment
Math: one of the following:
- Pre-Calculus 11 (50%) or
- Foundations of Math 11 (50%) or
- Workplace Math 11 (50%) or
- Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses or
- BCIT Math Trades Entry Assessment

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23948 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5802 CAD / year

≈ 5802 CAD / year

Living costs

Burnaby

Canada

1600 - 2700 CAD / month

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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