📖Introduction

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It offers more than 200 programs in various fields such as Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Media and Design, and Community Services.

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📚About the Program

Non-degree in Welding Engineering Technician in Robotics (Optional Co-op) at Conestoga College

Are you looking to prepare yourself for a challenging and rewarding career in manufacturing automation, welding robotics and metal fabrication? Would you enjoy hands-on learning in a state-of-the-art facility? This program might be right for you! This unique 2-year program prepares you to enter the workplace with exceptional welding skills that are in high demand across the industry. You will earn a Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics diploma and will acquire comprehensive welding skills through hands-on practical labs, using the latest equipment in our state-of-the-art facility. You will create and read blueprints and gain an understanding of metals and their characteristics, complemented by solid welding automation knowledge and welding robot programming. Safe work practices and practical experience in weld inspection methods are also covered. This program also covers all the learning outcomes for Level 1 of the Welder (456A) and Metal Fabricator – Fitter (437A) apprenticeship programs in Ontario. If you decide to pursue an apprenticeship in either trade, you may be exempt from this level of in-school training. The optional co-op stream includes one co-op work term. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses
NON CO-OP
CO-OP
Level 1
Course details
Computer Applications
COMP1723

Conestoga 101
CON0101

Engineering Drawing Interpretation
DRWG1497

Trade Calculations I
MATH1455

Welding Process Theory I
WELD1360

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
WELD1645

Semi-Automatic Welding I
WELD1655

Thermal Cutting and Brazing
WELD1660

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 2
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085

CAD for Fabrication Technology
DRWG1855

Trade Calculations II
MATH1485

Welding Processes Theory II
WELD1670

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
WELD1680

Semi-Automatic Welding II
WELD1695

Welding Quality and Inspection
WELD1700

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
WELD1715

Introduction to Metal Fabrication
WELD1950

Level 3
Course details
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
CNTR3090

CAD/CAM for Fabrication Technology I
DRWG2230

Trade Calculations III
MATH2310

Robotic Programming
ROBO2040

Robotic Fundamentals
ROBO2060

Automated Welding Processes
WELD2550

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
CAD/CAM for Fabrication Technology II
DRWG2250

Hydraulics And Pneumatics
IFME3045

Robotic Welding Programming
ROBO3090

Welding Circuits and Controls
WELD2225

Metal Fabrication Materials and Quality
WELD2515

Welding Robotic Maintenance
WELD3305

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Program outcomes
Perform safe work practices in the welding trade in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations for Industrial Establishments.
Interpret and prepare drawings and other technical documents that meet appropriate engineering standards in the manufacturing industry.
Perform trade related mathematical calculations including volume, area, estimation, geometry, ratio, measurement, weights, loads, and centring of various lifts to complete projects safely and accurately.
Perform practical welding operations using appropriate tools, materials and processes that are specific to automated welding production and meet industry and quality standards and appropriate codes.
Complete projects using appropriate materials, arc welding processes, and consumables that meet industry standards and codes.
Recommend quality improvements to correct common weld defects and faults found using destructive and non-destructive examination and testing methods.
Troubleshoot technical problems related to welding automation processes in order to recommend solutions for repairing and maintaining equipment to industry standards.
Use various computer software and programming applications to accurately communicate welding specifications to the automated welding and manufacturing personnel.
Select, program and develop specifications for robotic and automated welding and joining systems that meet quality standards and applicable codes.

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🏫About Conestoga College

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1967 as the Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology and currently offers over 200 certificate, diploma, degree, and post-graduate programs to over 16,500 full-time students and 30,000 part-time students. The college is known for its programs in engineering technology, health sciences, information technology, media, design, and community services. Conestoga College has several campuses in the Waterloo Region, including the Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, and Waterloo campuses, as well as satellite locations in Stratford, Ingersoll, Guelph, and Brantford. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs. The college has a strong focus on applied learning and hands-on training, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support experiential learning. Conestoga College has partnerships with various organizations, including local businesses and industries, to provide students with co-op and internship opportunities, allowing them to gain practical work experience and develop industry connections. The college has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

570 RMB

Tuition fee:

12,474 USD per year

24,948 USD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • English Language Certificate
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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