5695- Diploma of Vocational Studies
When: Start dates may vary. Refer to AdmissionFP for more information.
Where: In class
How much: $690.00
How long: 1800 hours – 16 months
Diploma: DVS
The Welding program emphasizes the development of real, hands-on welding, layout and fitting skills. The students will receive extensive exposure to welding practices and principles so they can better understand not only how welding processes work, but also why certain welding processes are used.
The students learn to prepare and weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum parts according to various procedures. They also learn to modify and repair assemblies and learn to interpret plans.
Training includes:
- Quality control
- Operation of both basic and specialized equipment
- Blueprint reading
- Canadian Welding Bureau certification
- Welder-Fitter
- Iron worker
To be eligible for admission to the Welding and Fitting program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent.
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test and the course in language of instruction ENG-3101-3 3102-2, mathematics MTH-3053-2, or recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons having earned Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister and who will continue their general education courses concurrently with their vocational training in order to obtain the credits they are missing among the following: Secondary IV language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister.
| Hours | Statement of the Competency |
|---|---|
| 30 | Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process |
| 30 | Become aware of occupational health and safety rules |
| 105 | Produce sketches and drawings |
| 45 | Apply concepts of metallurgy |
| 30 | Interpret drawings and specifications |
| 90 | Cut ferrous and non-ferrous metals |
| 30 | Use cutting and shaping equipment |
| 30 | Prepare parts |
| 105 | Apply the SMAW process |
| 105 | Weld steel parts using the SMAW process |
| 45 | Apply the GTAW process |
| 75 | Weld steel parts using the GTAW process |
| 60 | Weld aluminum parts using the GMAW process |
| 60 | Produce simple assemblies |
| 30 | Apply the GMAW process |
| Hours | Statement of the Competency |
|---|---|
| 120 | Weld steel parts using the GMAW process |
| 60 | Weld aluminum parts using the GMAW process |
| 60 | Produce simple assemblies |
| 15 | Apply the FCAW process |
| 120 | Weld steel parts using the FCAW process |
| 30 | Apply the SAW, RW and PAW processes |
| 105 | Interpret drawings and specifications for complex assemblies |
| 75 | Produce assemblies of medium complexity |
| 15 | Communicate in the workplace |
| 120 | Produce complex assemblies |
| 45 | Modify assemblies |
| 60 | Repair assemblies |
| 15 | Use job-search techniques |
| 90 | Enter the work force |
TOTAL : 16 months (1800 hours)
Payable upon acceptation in the program
Student Fee (non-refundable) : $40.00
Program Service Fee (non-refundable) $180.00
Payable before the start of class
Mandatory Items Paid at Centre
5 Centre t-shirts : $50.00
Printing of Exercise Booklets, Result charts, Project Drawing, Reference Sheets, Schematics,Blueprints: $80.00
Deposit for broken tools and for use of tool box while on stage : $390.00
For a comprehensive cost list please contact LVTC
All costs are non-refundable
Costs are subject to change without notice
Have some previous welding experience ?
Recognition of Acquired Competencies could shorten the time between you and your diploma.
Tired of regular high school class ?
You can learn a real trade and finish your high school diploma all at once, it’s possible! 2-4-U will give you the chance to learn a real trade while continuing in high school.