Welder Apprenticeship Training – Second Year

In the second period of training, students will complete the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) curriculum over an 8-week session.

This curriculum includes the theoretical and practical introduction of shielded metal arc welding (stick), and gas tungsten arc welding (tig). Students will work with alloy materials, create patterns and templates, and build on fabrication techniques used across the industry.

* This program is made possible by funding from the Government of Alberta.

Upcoming Dates:

2027 Waitlist - Dates to be determined

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Course Outline

Section 1 – Shielded metal arc welding 1

Section 2 – Gas tungsten arc welding 1

Section 3 – Pattern development and estimating

Section 4 – Shielded metal arc welding 2

Apprentice Eligibility

Minimum Requirements

English 10-2
Math 10-3 OR,
A pass mark in all 5 Canadian General Education Development (GED Tests), OR
AIT Trades Entrance Exam

Recommended Requirements

English 30-2
Math 30-3
Physics 20 or Chemistry 20 or Science 20
Related Career and Technology Studied (CTS Courses)

Prerequisites

Completion of Period 1
3120 hours of work experience recommended

Tuition

Period 2 - $1,396

Tuition - $1,096.00
Books and supplies fee - $300

*ILMs can be purchased at CLAC Career Development College

Come Prepared: Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Students must provide their own personal protective equipment (PPE). These requirements are in accordance with regulations under Alberta’s Occupational Health & Safety Act.

PPE Welding Information

Program Inquiries

Have a question about our welding program? Reach out to our team!

ccdc@clac.ca | 1-888-700-7555

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