College Diploma – Welding Engineering Technology

The Welding Engineering Technology 2-year hands-on diploma program combines practical instruction and theory in structural steel design, fabrication, welding, and metallurgy, preparing graduates for careers as welding specialists or quality control and inspection officers.

• Two-Year Structure:

  • Year 1: Focuses on academic fundamentals and structural steel design and fabrication.

  • Year 2: Covers pressure vessel design, construction, and testing. Students complete a capstone project designing, building, and testing a pressure vessel alongside practical welding skill development.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $67,520/yr (Range: $45K – $103K) | 309 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $80,777/yr (Range: $43K – $117K) | 38 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This program is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Final approval rests solely with the IRCC based on fields in long-term shortage or meeting new requirements.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.