Welding

Welding at Silver King, Nelson

Admission Requirements

C Level Welder

The Level C Welder program is seven months of training which provides you with theory and practical skills preparing you for the growing workforce.  Through one-on-one shop time, theory and practical hands-on training, you will gain entry level knowledge of Welder job requirements.

• graduation from a British Columbia Senior Secondary School or equivalent,* with
• Principles of Math 10, Applications of Math 11 or Essentials of Math 12 or equivalent with a “C” or better, and
• English 10 with a “C” or better.
• good hand/eye coordination.
• all applicants are required to complete a computerized placement test in reading, writing and mathematics once they have submitted their application.

*Consideration will be given to mature individuals (19 years or older) who are not Senior Secondary School graduates provided they have completed or are in the process of obtaining Principles of Math 10 or equivalent with a “C” grade or better.(This course must be completed prior to the program entry date.)

Students must supply some hand tools, safety boots, leatherwear and purchase module texts at a cost of approximately $600.  A refundable tool deposit of $100 will be required at the start of the program.

B Level Welding

Approximately four months training plus eight months work experience are required for your B Level training. Selkirk College offers a series of competency-based courses on a continuous basis from September to May. Due to the wide scope of these courses, an interview with the appropriate instructor BEFORE registering is strongly recommended.

• successful completion of C Level Welding program including C Level Endorsement Stamp.
• minimum of five months work experience as a Welder.
• students must supply some hand tools and purchase B Level module texts at a cost of approximately $100.
• an interview with the instructor prior to registering is strongly recommended.

Students are required to have C Level module texts in addition to above.

A Level Welding

Approximately two months training plus ten months work experience are required for your A Level training. Selkirk College offers a series of competency-based courses on a continuous basis from September to May. Due to the wide scope of these courses, an interview with the appropriate instructor BEFORE registering is strongly recommended.

• successful completion of B Level Welding program including B Level Endorsement Stamp.
• minimum of eight months work experience as a Welder.
• students must supply some hand tools and purchase A Level module texts at a cost of approximately $50.
• an interview with the instructor prior to registering is strongly recommended.

Students are required to have C and B Level module texts in addition to above.

Math Requirements