September 4 - Fall semester instruction begins. December 21 - Fall semester instruction ends. January 2 - Winter semester instruction begins. May 30 - Winter semester instruction ends.
Various companies require their welders to qualify to various registered procedures.
Companies or individuals interested in arranging training or testing are urged to contact this department to explore time frame and cost factors. I have been employed full time since finishing school. In accordance with the BC Provincial Welding Trades Advisory Committee in cooperation with the Ministry of Advanced Education, students who successfully complete all welding modules are trained to a province-wide competency level. On completion of each level of training, graduates will possess the skills necessary to function as a safe and competent welder at that level. Most medium to large companies use a welding process in one or more departments.