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Overview
Combining hands-on instruction and theory, develop your skills and knowledge in structural steel design, fabrication, welding and metallurgy in preparation for a career as a welding specialist or quality control and inspection officer.
The Welding Engineering Technology program offers two years of hands-on education. The first year focuses on academic fundamentals and structural steel design and fabrication.
During the second year, you will learn pressure vessel design, construction and testing. You will design, build and test a pressure vessel as part of your final project. Practical welding skills are also developed to gain an in-depth understanding of welding processes.
Is this the right fit for me?
Students with higher secondary or post-secondary marks usually experience greater success in SAIT programs.
Accreditation
This program is nationally accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada.
Graduates may apply to the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta for their Certified Engineering Technologist designation after two years of appropriate industrial experience.
While at SAIT, students are encouraged to become members of the:
- Canadian Welding Group
- American Society for Materials
- National Association of Corrosion Engineers
- Association of Science& Engineering Technology.
Credentials
After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT diploma in Welding Engineering Technology.
Career opportunities
Graduates can pursue job opportunities as a:
- welding specialist
- welding technologist
- researcher
- supervisor
- quality control and inspection officer
Related careers include:
- non-destructive testing
- natural gas compression technician
- sheet metal worker
$62,000
Tuition and fees per year*
Year 1: $6,786
Year 2: $6,786
Year 1 (International): $21,615
Year 2 (International): $21,615
*Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change
Full costs
Tuition and financial aid
Requirements
This is a direct entry program. Applicants who meet the admission requirements are offered spots based on first qualified, first acceptance if space is available.
When can you apply?
- Applications are accepted until the program start date.
- Applications for winter 2021 open March 30, 2020.
| Term | Program start |
|---|---|
| Winter 2021 | Jan. 11, 2021 |
Admission Requirements
Admission and Selection
- Winter 2021: applications open March 30, 2020 and are accepted until the program start date.
Admission Requirements
Completion of the following courses or equivalents:
- At least 50% in Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30, or at least 70% in Math 30-2,
- At least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2,
- At least 50% in Chemistry 20 or Science 30.
- All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.
SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for admission. If you don't meet the requirements, consider Academic Upgrading.
SAIT evaluates international documents for admissions. After you've applied, consider our international document assessment service if your education is from outside of Canada.
Direct Entry: four-step process
Step 1: Read the program information to see the qualities needed for student success.
Step 2: Ensure that you meet all of the admission requirements listed above.
Step 3: Apply and submit your transcripts and/or anticipated final grades.
- Admission will be extended on a first-qualified, first-offered basis until the program is full.
Step 4: Log in to mySAIT.ca to check your admission status and monitor changes to your application status.
Failure to meet anticipated final grades will result in offers being rescinded.
Communication during selection
Email is the primary source of communication during the selection process. Ensure your personal email account is managed appropriately to receive our emails, files and communications.
We receive a significant number of applications for this program so the selection process can take some time. Every effort will be made to maintain the timeline above. We appreciate your patience.
Unfortunately, due to the large volume of applicants, we cannot provide any assistance or follow-up as to why the candidate was not competitive.
Courses
Program Outline
Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue
First Year
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| BLPR-282 | Blueprint Reading for WET | 1.5 |
| COMP-220* | Computer Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| EMTL-250 | Engineering Materials | 3.0 |
| MATH-238* | Math for Engineering & Technology I | 3.0 |
| PHYS-235* | Engineering Physics | 1.5 |
| WDSG-235 | Weld and Inspection Practices I | 3.0 |
| Semester 1 Total | 15.0 | |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| COMM-256 | Professional Communication and Presentation Skills | 3.0 |
| EMTL-201 | Materials Identification and Inspection | 1.5 |
| MATH-288* | Math for Engineering & Technology II | 3.0 |
| MNGT-321* | Project Management | 3.0 |
| STCS-255* | Engineering Statics | 1.5 |
| WDSG-275 | Weld and Inspection Practices II | 3.0 |
| Semester 2 Total | 15.0 | |
| First Year Total | 30.0 | |
Second Year
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CODE-315 | Codes and Regulations | 3.0 |
| EMTL-280 | Welding Metallurgy | 3.0 |
| INSP-341 | Non-Destructive Inspection | 3.0 |
| STAT-245* | Statistics for Engineering & Technology I | 3.0 |
| WDSG-325 | Weld and Design Practices I | 3.0 |
| Semester 3 Total | 15.0 | |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EMTL-300 | Mechanics of Materials | 3.0 |
| EMTL-353 | Failure Mitigation | 1.5 |
| ROBT-395 | Automated Manufacturing & Robotic Arc Welding Processes | 3.0 |
| PROJ-377 | Research and Design Solutions | 3.0 |
| CADD-211 | Drafting for Manufacturing | 1.5 |
| WDSG-375 | Weld and Design Practices II | 3.0 |
| Semester 4 Total | 15.0 | |
| Second Year Total | 30.0 | |
| Program Total | 60.0 | |
* Available by correspondence and/or e-learning. The courses must be completed within the time frame shown in the program outline.
Progression
Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.
Transfer Options
The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available with the following universities and colleges:
- Athabasca University
- NAIT
- Thompson Rivers University
- University of New Brunswick, Saint John
To learn more, visit Transfer Options.
Costs
Domestic Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2020/21 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 5,564 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $ 6,786 |
| 2 | $ 5,564 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $ 6,786 |
International Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2020/21 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 20,303 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,615 |
| 2 | $20,303 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,615 |
SAIT Fees
Campus athletic and recreation Fee: $171.20
Universal transit pass (UPass): $310 - Check eligibility here.
Student support fee: $100
Student technology fee: $100
Health and Dental Fees
Domestic Students
- Health Plan: $122
- Dental Plan: $130
- For students with existing health and/or dental plans, please refer to the Saitsa website for information on opting out.
International Students
- Health and Dental Plan: $344
- For more information on Health and Dental Benefits for International students please contact the International Centre.
Books and supplies*
- Books and supplies are approximately $1,600 for the first year and $1,000 for the second year.
Find out about tuition and financial aid.
* Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.
Next steps for incoming students
Have you been accepted to this program? Here's what you'll need for your first day of classes.
Important dates and deadlines
Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.
Fall 2020
How to register for classes
You'll follow an adjustable block registration process to enrol in your classes. Learn how to register on our registration and schedules page.
Computers and laptops
This is a bring your own device program with a standard hardware and software requirement. See the specific requirements on our computers and laptops page.
Required equipment/tools
Tools will be provided.
Required personal protective equipment (PPE)
You will require CSA-approved steel-toe boots and safety glasses, welding gloves, earplugs (supplied), a good-quality welding helmet and FR coveralls or appropriate welding helmet.
We recommend waiting to purchase your equipment until after you start the program. We will discuss the industry-approved PPE in class.
Preparation courses
To support your success, SAIT offers some short courses before classes start, including PREP 100: The SAIT Experience and ETHI 110: SAIT Ethical Practices.
Required textbooks
The booklist will be available about two weeks before classes start.
Can’t find your program or course? The bookstore didn't receive a textbook list. Contact your program directly to determine if they’re still refining course details or if you're in luck, no textbook purchase required this term.
Contact
Email: ma.info@sait.ca
Academic chair
Josh Brewster, Academic Chair
Email: josh.brewster@sait.ca