The Mechanical Techniques (Welding and Fabrication) Undergraduate Certificate at Mohawk College is designed for aspiring tradespeople eager to build a foundational understanding of welding and fabrication processes. You will gain essential skills in trade calculations, professional practice, and technical drawing, preparing you for a dynamic career. This program is ideal if you are looking for hands-on training and a direct pathway into the skilled trades, offering a robust introduction to the industry's demands and opportunities.
This full-time, on-campus program is delivered over one year, providing you with intensive, practical experience. You will engage in both theoretical learning and extensive hands-on welding practical sessions, including SMAW, GMAW, and an introduction to GTAW welding, aligned with apprenticeship standards. The curriculum also covers material and process quality, fabrication, and industry sustainability. You will graduate with the core competencies and practical knowledge needed to enter the welding and fabrication sector or pursue further apprenticeship training.