Welding engineering technicians create and manage quality control and quality assurance systems associated with welding processes and procedures that are governed by industry standards and codes. This program is designed to develop students' skills and knowledge associated with this profession.
Graduates will also acquire the skills to perform the visual and non-destructive testing quality control processes associated with a welding quality management system.
The program is supported by modern shop and laboratory facilities for instruction in Welding, Materials, Science, Nondestructive Testing and Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM).
Graduates completing this program are automatically eligible for membership in the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL), as well as any similar association in Canada.
ACCREDITATION
This program is accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board under the mandate of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists.
The academic credentials of accredited technology programs are recognized internationally by the signatories of the Dublin Accord.
NOTE: There are specific vision requirements that are required by the Canadian General Standards Board prior to completing final certification in each discipline. Please refer to the following link for the requirements: http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca/mms-smm/ndt-end/eli-adm/vis-vis-eng.htm
OBJECTIVES
As a welding engineering technician, the graduate will have the knowledge and skill that will allow him/her to:
- Manage welding quality management systems
- Interpret and apply standards and codes
- Determine welding inspection procedures
- Execute welding inspection and non-destructive testing procedures as defined by standards, codes and related specifications
- Interpret and evaluate test results
- Verify procedures and welder or welding operator qualifications
- Prepare and maintain inspection records and reports
- Set up equipment, lay out work to specifications and weld to prescribed standards
CURRICULUM
General education consisting of Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrotechnology, Engineering Graphics, Technology Awareness, and Student Success.
Specific education in the theory and application of welding processes, procedures, and weldments.
Practical education employing labs and shops focused on Welding, Materials, Science, Nondestructive Testing and Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM).
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The student, upon graduation, may find employment with contractors, metal fabricators, quality assurance/quality control consultants, welding inspection firms, suppliers, oil & gas exploration/production/processing facilities and any other group that must comply with standards associated with the welding industry.
Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Certified Technician (C. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.
EXTERNAL CERTIFICATIONS
Students will be eligible to write the following certification examinations upon graduation: (Note: Fees for these examinations are not included in tuition/supply fees.)
- CSA W178.2 Welding Inspection Level 1
- CSA W47.1 Welder/Welder Operator Qualification
- Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
- Certified Exposure Device Operator
- CAN/CGSB 48.9712
- Radiography (RT) Level I
- Ultrasonic Inspection (UT) Level I
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) Level II
- Liquid Penetrant Inspection (PT) Level II
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201
ii. Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced: 2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic: 2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
iii. Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
Biology: 3201
Physics: 3204
Chemistry: 3202
Earth Systems: 3209
Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3
2. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Transition) Certificate with the following courses:
i. Math (60% minimum)
MA1040,
MA1041
ii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
Note: It is strongly recommended that CAS students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
3. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C or 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
iii. Science from one of the following sections:
a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.