Welding Fabrication Year 1
Industrial Technology and Trades
The Welding Fabrication Year 1 program introduces students to the essential welding processes, tools and procedures.
You’ll learn rigging procedures, gouging and cutting, blueprint reading and basic and intermediate welding skills. Emphasis is placed on demonstrating these skills through extensive training in our workshop, so you'll get the hands-on experience you need to enter the industry or continue your training.
Once you have completed the program, you may decide to continue your training in the second year of the Welding Fabrication program in our Georgetown Centre.
September 2026
West Prince Campus
Program Length
1 Year
Credential
Certificate, Welding Level 1
Canadian Tuition
International Tuition
Canadian Applicants
Accepting Applications
International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit
Accepting Applications
Other International Applicants
Accepting Applications
Notes:
Course Code:SAFE-1005
An overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Prince Edward Island. Students examine the legislation, how PEI employees are protected while on the job and the responsibilities of employees and employers.
Credit Value:0
Course Code:COMM-1005
This course is designed to allow students to develop preparatory skills for securing and retaining employment including; workplace communication, time management, critical thinking and problem-solving, and customer service. Upon successful completion of this course students are able to use oral communications techniques, and create a variety of written documents and reports used in the workplace. Methods and strategies for job search, preparation and retention are also incorporated.
Credit Value:3
Course Code:COMP-1000
Students learn productivity software and explore digital environments with practical applications for various workplaces and educational institutions. The main areas of focus include word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, email and other electronic communication tools, various digital environments, and industry-specific applications.
Credit Value:3
Course Code:MATH-1005
This course is designed to provide students with a review of fundamental trade related math skills. Students acquire competency in the math skills as they relate to their chosen trade program and future career. Emphasis is placed on developing problem solving and critical thinking skills. Students are challenged to continually make connections between math and their trade, as well as every day applications.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:MATH-1110
Students solve advanced trade related problems using geometric formulas, bend allowances, and trigonometry commonly found in the workplace.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:NCPR-1001
A comprehensive two-day course offering standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills from a certified trainer. As required by regulation, this course covers CPR and the management of other breathing, airway and circulation emergencies, as well as, the control of bleeding, treating shock, stabilizing fractures and dislocations, head and spine injuries, and more. Also, includes automated external defibrilators (AED). This certification expires in 3 years.
Credit Value:0
Course Code:NCPR-1002
Students complete Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training and certification.
Credit Value:0
Course Code:NCPR-1110
This course is intended to certify participants in operation of a forklift using classroom and hands on experience. The participants will be required to pass a written and a practical exam. The individuals successfully completing the program will be awarded a forklift operator's certificate.
Credit Value:0
Course Code:PRAC-1130
Students will gain industry experience and apply skills and knowledge gained during the preceding courses.
Credit Value:4
Course Code:RIGG-1080
Students develop a working knowledge of safe working loads, safe handling and storage of materials and working load limits with regards to basic rigging. Participation in a one-day seminar instructed by Crosby Canada is a significant component of this course.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:WELD-1002
Students learn about shop safety for the metal trades, access equipment, occupational health and safety, fire arrest and fire suppression. Students have an introduction to measuring, layout power tools and learn to safely use and maintain various stationary power tools, including shear, iron worker, band saw and bench grinders.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:WELD-1010
Students set up and maintain oxy-fuel cutting and welding equipment, ensuring correct parameters and consumables are selected. Then perform cutting, joint removal, welding and brazing. Students also use the arc cutting process to cut and remove metal. Students are prepared to safely use Manual Carbon Arc and Plasma Cutting equipment.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:WELD-1020
An introduction to the safety aspects, set-up and uses of Sheilded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux and Metal Cored Arc Welding (FCAW and MCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes. Students will fillet weld on mild steel in flat and horizontal positions at a beginning level.
Credit Value:6
Course Code:WELD-1055
An introduction to interpreting and creating drawings. Students learn the basics of reading drawings, symbols and abbreviations, the types of blueprints and fabrication based on drawing interpretation.
Credit Value:2
Course Code:WELD-1140
Students continue to build on knowledge and skills in the use of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux and Metal Cored Arc Welding (FCAW and MCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes.
Credit Value:6
Upon successful completion of the program graduates will be able to:
The West Prince Campus in Alberton, PEI is a Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) test centre, which gives you the option to participate in weld testing.
Upon completion of Welding 1, you may opt to continue to build on your skills in the second year of the Welding Fabrication program offered at our Georgetown Centre.
Please note: This program accepts Mature Student applications.
I came into the Welding program not knowing certain things, things I look back on that seem common sense now. But at the time they weren’t. The teachers showed me how to do things and they were patient. They give you everything you need.
Kara, Class of 2021
Gain the skills to become a Red Seal Plumber or Steamfitter/Pipefitter in this 1-year program. Learn to install and repair residential and commercial systems.
Start your career in the metal trades with the 2-year Welding Fabrication program. Learn essential welding processes and prepare for your Red Seal certification.