The Welders are precise and physical individuals who enjoy the challenge of working with intense focus and hot temperatures. Masters of metal, fusing metals into all positions (Source: SkilledTradesBC).

What does a welder do?

• A Welder is a person who has training in and is capable of welding ferrous and non-ferrous metals in all positions, on both plate and/or pipe, using various welding processes. 
• Welders deal with the selection, layout, shearing, cutting (with a torch), drilling and welding of metal plates and structural steel shapes into products. 
• Welders work for sheet metal fabrication, welding shops and ship building companies.

What do I need to start?

• Entering grade 11 or 12
• ​Good employability skills​
• Strong interest in entering industry​
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical condition
• Strong math skills are an asset
• English 12 and a Math 10 are required

What are the benefits?

• Tuition-free post-secondary apprenticeship training
• Up to 16 credits towards graduation
• Student registered with SkilledTradesBC
• Apprenticeship Technical Training Level 1 certification

When and where is the program offered?

• 28 weeks, full-time at BCIT (Burnaby Campus)
• Multiple intakes

How do I register?

• Please see the school Work Experience Teacher for application package
• Participate in a program interview

Please do not apply directly to BCIT for this program. To be eligible for TUITION FREE programming, you must apply through the North Vancouver School District!