Semi-automatic Welding GMAW and FCAW / — APPLY NOW (click here) —
Degree acquired: STC – Skills Training Certificate (AEP – Attestation d’études professionnelles)
Course dates: October 4th, 2021 to April 22nd, 2022 / Duration: 660 hours (5-months)
Days & time: Monday to Friday evenings (5 pm – 10:30 pm)
cost: 0$ (without the PPE equipment: $595.80)
Welders will train to work with semi-automatic welding machines on steel and stainless steel. The welding techniques covered in this program of study are mainly GMAW with FCAW as a supplementary training. At the end of this training, the person will be able to work in various industries specializing in welding. You will receive a Skills Training Certificate (STC).
Admission Criteria:
A person who meets the following conditions is eligible for admission to a program of study leading to this STC:
1. Has obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics;
or Has obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS);
or Has successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites.
2. Has interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 months;
or Is 18 years old when entering training;
or Has obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalent;
or Meets the eligibility conditions of Emploi-Québec’s workforce training measure.
1. Has obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics;
or Has obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS);
or Has successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites.
2. Has interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 months;
or Is 18 years old when entering training;
or Has obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalent;
or Meets the eligibility conditions of Emploi-Québec’s workforce training measure.
Program content
| Code | Statement of competency | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STC-012 | Determine their suitability for the trade and training process | 30 | 2 |
| STC-022 | Prevent health, safety and environmental hazards | 30 | 2 |
| STC-032 | Perform welding calculations | 30 | 2 |
| STC-042 | Operate lifting and handling equipment | 30 | 2 |
| STC-053 | Perform thermal cutting of metal parts | 45 | 3 |
| STC-066 | Interpret simple assembly plans and draw sketches | 90 | 6 |
| STC-077 | Weld steel and stainless steel parts using the GMAW process in the flat and horizontal positions | 105 | 7 |
| STC-082 | Establish welding and cutting procedures | 30 | 2 |
| STC-096 | Weld steel parts using the FCAW process in the flat and horizontal positions | 90 | 6 |
| STC-105 | Produce simple assemblies | 75 | 5 |
| STC-111 | Prepare for their career path | 15 | 1 |
| STC-126 | Enter the workforce | 90 | 6 |
| 660 | 44 | ||