WELDING TECHNIQUES
Program Outline
Major: WETC
Length: 1 Year
Delivery: 2 Semesters
Credential: Ontario College Certificate
Effective: 2010-11
Location: Midland, Owen Sound
Start: Fall (Midland, Owen Sound) + Winter (Midland)
Description
This program provides students with the theoretical and practical training to perform most basic welding techniques. At the completion of the program, students will be eligible to test for welding tickets based on their level of expertise. It is expected that most of the graduates will be prepared to enter the workforce as a Welder following the successful completion of this program.
Students will be exposed to topics including health and safety, blueprint reading and sketching, applied math, communication, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, introduction to computers, and all position pipe welding.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find a range of occupations in the welding field, including manufacturing and fabricating, automotive and heavy equipment production, automation, and construction. Self employment or working in heating are also viable options upon graduation.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- perform work responsibly and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and produce basic graphics as required by industry;
- recognize and understand use of welding symbols;
- use layout and fabrication processes typical to the industry to determine correct form with accuracy;
- select appropriate tools and devices to perform mathematical calculations and technical measurements for successful completion of a project.
Program Progression
Fall Intake:
Sem 1 - Fall 2010
Sem 2 - Winter 2011
Winter Intake:
Sem 1 - Winter 2011
Sem 2 - Summer 2011
Note: to confirm Winter (January) start, contact the Office of the Registrar.
Admission Requirements
Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD - 30 credits) or equivalent. OSS applicants require Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U).
Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic entrance qualifications, may be considered for entrance to an appropriate post-secondary diploma or certificate program as mature applicants. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counselling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if required, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence. Refer to Sections 2.5 and 2.6 of the Academic Calendar for further details.
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Graduation Requirements
10 Mandatory Courses
1 General Education Course
1 Communication Course
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.
Mandatory
WETC 1000 Manufacturing Trade Safety
WETC 1001 Blue Print Reading for the Trades
WETC 1002 Trade Calculations for Welders
WETC 1003 Welding and Cutting Processes
WETC 1004 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 1
WETC 1005 Metallurgy for Welding
WETC 1006 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 2
WETC 1007 Gas Metal Arc Welding
WETC 1008 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
WETC 1009 Layout and Fabrication
The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.
Communications
COMM 1000 College Communications
COMM 1001 Communications at Work
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COMM1000 College Communications 42.0 Hours
Effective communication skills are essential for success in college and career. This entry level course promotes development of college level skills related to information literacy and current communication technology. Students focus on writing, researching, presenting, editing and proofreading. They incorporate writing conventions, analyze and evaluate information, and prepare and deliver ideas orally. In addition, they edit and proofread their own and others' writing.
COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours
In the workplace, employers require high standards of communication skills. Students develop their communication skills for the workplace as they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and reports. Using technology, they individually and collaboratively design and deliver professional presentations and meetings. This course focuses on communication tasks specific to students' program areas and their future careers.
WETC 1001 Blue Print Reading for the Trades 42.0 Hours
WETC 1000 Manufacturing Trade Safety 42.0 Hours
In this course students learn how to work safely in a potentially dangerous environment. Specifically they learn how to identify hazardous conditions and how to prevent work place accidents. Personal, work place and welding machinery/equipment safety are emphasized throughout the course. Students learn how to research safety related issues (i.e.: legislation and regulations) using the internet.
In this course students learn how to interpret a variety of drawings and schematics typically found in a welding and fabricating environment. Emphasis is placed on drawing interpretation, basic drafting, sketching, and common welding symbols.
WETC 1002 Trade Calculations for Welders 42.0 Hours
In this course students learn basic analytical skills typically used in a trades environment. Topics include basic number operations, basic algebraic and geometric operations, units and measurements, and the solving of word problems.
WETC 1003 Welding and Cutting Processes 56.0 Hours
In this course students are introduced to the principles and fundamental processes of arc welding, oxy-fuel cutting, power units and their controls. Emphasis is placed on the safe set up and operation of oxy-fuel welding and cutting equipment.
WETC 1004 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 1 98.0 Hours
In this course students how to use the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (S.M.A.W.) process in both the flat and horizontal position. Students examine the equipment requirements for the S.M.A.W. process along with the characteristics of mild steel electrodes. On successful completion of this course, students can apply for CWB certification.
WETC 1005 Metallurgy for Welding 42.0 Hours
In this course students examine the basic metallurgical properties of steel and the changes that take place during cutting and welding operations. Students develop an understanding of the problems associated with these changes and strategies on how to avoid or minimize their adverse effects. In addition, various weld defects and faults which can occur in the shop floor environment are examined. Additional topics including heat treatment, stress relief and distortion are discussed in depth. Upon successful completion of this course students are eligible to take the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) test per “S” classification in the G3 position.
WETC 1006 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 2 70.0 Hours
In this course students build on their basic knowledge and skills of S.M.A.W. in order to weld mild steel plate in the vertical position. Topics include equipment requirements, developments in the S.M.A.W. process, welding codes and governing organizations.
WETC 1007 Gas Metal Arc Welding 84.0 Hours
In this course students learn how to use the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Students also learn the application of Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). Throughout the course safety principles and equipment requirements of GMAW are emphasized. Students successfully completing this course will be eligible to take the Canadian Welding Bureau Certificate test (CWB)
WETC 1008 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 42.0 Hours
In this course students learn the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process. They complete welding projects on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum to acceptable industry standards. Throughout the course safety principles and equipment requirements are emphasized.
WETC 1009 Layout and Fabrication 42.0 Hours
In this course students develop a working knowledge of the concepts and principles of layout and fabrication using accepted methods and conventions typically found in industry. Students develop their skills in laying out flat and circular objects including using the triangulations, radial line and parallel line developments in sheet and pipe.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
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Last Update: March 08, 2012.