Courses
Welding Techniques-2026/2027
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MATH-1058 | Applied Math | 4 | ||
| This introductory technical mathematics course focuses on arithmetic, basic algebra, trigonometry, geometry and their applications to workplace functions. | ||||
| SFTY-1008 | Health & Safety | 2 | ||
| The learner will be able to practice safe workplace procedures, apply the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, identify causes of accidents and develop preventive measures, and comply with health and safety legislation. In addition, the student will learn lockout procedures. | ||||
| WELD-1020 | Blueprint Reading/Sketching for Welders | 3 | ||
| The learner will be able to read drawing types, arrangements of views, alphabet of lines, sectional views, auxilary views, threaded fasteners, tolerance, drawing sets, and bill of material related to the metal working field. | ||||
| WELD-1084 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Basic | 2.5 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students at the basic level in the use of the shielded metal arc welding SMAW (stick) process. Students will be expected to weld ferrous metals using the SMAW process by selecting the appropriate machine, power source, appropriate welding accessories, selecting electrodes, preparing materials for welding, surfacing and cleaning welds. The oxyacetylene cutting process will also be included. | ||||
| WELD-1085 | Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Basic | 2 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students in the use of gas arc metal welding GMAW, MIG process at the basic level. Students will be expected to weld ferrous metal using the GMAW process at the basic level by selecting the appropriate machine, power source, appropriate welding accessories, preparing material for welding, performing preparatory grinding accessories, preparing material for welding, performing preparatory grinding and cleaning operations. The oxyacetylene cutting process will also be included. | ||||
| WELD-1044 | Gas Tungsten Arc Welding-Basic | 2 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students in the use of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, TIG) process at the basic level. Students will be expected to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals using the GTAW process at the basic level by selecting the appropriate machine, power source, appropriate welding accessories, preparing material for welding, performing preparatory grinding and cleaning operations. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
Group 1 | ||||
| WELD-1023 | Gas Metal Arc Welding Advanced | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students in the use of the gas metal arc welding (GMAW, MIG) process at the advanced level. Students will be expected to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals using the GMAW process at the advanced level by selecting the appropriate machine, power source, appropriate welding accessories, preparing material for welding, performing preparatory grinding and cleaning operations, performing pre-heat procedures. The course will also include the oxyacetelyne cutting process. | ||||
| WELD-1024 | All Position Pipe Welding Basic | 2 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students to develop basic welding skills necessary to make quality welds on mild steel pipe in the horizontal (2G), vertical (5G), and 45 degree (6G) fixed positions. | ||||
| WELD-5005 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding-Adv | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to train the students in the advanced level in the use of shielded metal arc welding SMAW (stick) process. Students will be expected to weld stainless and alloy steels, cast iron, and non-ferrous hard-surface ferrous metals using the SMAW process by selecting the appropriate machine; power source; appropriate welding accessories, selecting electrodes; preparing material for welding, surfacing, and cleaning welds. The oxyacetelyne cutting process will also be included. | ||||
| WELD-1086 | Welding Fundamentals | 2 | ||
| This theoretical course will cover the fundamentals of the major welding processes such as SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, MCAW, GTAW and their respective functions, equipment requirements, components and consumables. | ||||
Group 2 | ||||
| Take WELD-1087 or WELD-1088 | ||||
| WELD-1087 | Welding Operations in Industry Settings | 4 | ||
| This course introduces students to real-world welding environments through employer site visits, demonstrations, and guest speakers from across the industry. Students will observe a variety of welding processes in action, gain insight into industry expectations, and explore career pathways. By connecting classroom learning with hands-on industry exposure, this course enhances technical understanding and prepares learners for the diverse opportunities within the welding field. | ||||
| WELD-1088 | Work Placement | 1.6 | ||
| Students will apply knowledge and skills, developed in the academic portions, to the work environment. Employers may provide other opportunities as their situation allows that will familiarize students with the requirements of the manufacturing facility. Students must be prepared to work flexible hours and have successfully completed 100% of Level I to qualify for work placement. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 7 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||