Highlights
Tuition fee
3182 CAD / full
3182 CAD / full
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Tuition fee
3182 CAD / full
3182 CAD / full
Unknown
Duration
8 months
Duration
8 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
2 cities in Canada
Campus location
2 cities in Canada
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Welding course from Thompson Rivers University prepares learners for entry level positions as apprentice welders in most sectors of the economy, including manufacturing, construction, transportation, resource extraction and resource development.

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Overview

The Welding course from  Thompson Rivers University  students engage in a variety of classroom and shop activities. In the classroom, they learn theoretical principals of welding. Shop sessions provide the hands on opportunity to learn processes and master practical welding skills. (SkilledTradesBC Standardized written exam after Level 1 and Level 2).

Key facts:

This programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and aligns with IRCC’s updated list of eligible fields of study (CIP Code:48.0508). Please consult the IRCC website for the latest information. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Welder Testing and Upgrading

  • Technical Safety BC (TSBC) ASME Certification

  • Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Certification

  • Weld Testing Dates

  • Booth Rental and Upgrading

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Kamloops, Canada
  • Williams Lake, Canada

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • High school graduation (or equivalent) or mature student status

  • English 11 with a minimum grade of C (or equivalent)

  • Math 10 with a minimum grade of C (any Math 10 or equivalent)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    3182 CAD / full
    3182 CAD / full
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    3182 CAD / full
    3182 CAD / full

Living costs

Kamloops

Canada
1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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