Offered at Newton

Graduation

Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Certificate in Millwright/Industrial Mechanic.

Description

The objective of this program is to provide the student with basic skills and knowledge in the areas of mechanical maintenance and industrial installations and construction. The student will develop the safe work habits, knowledge and abilities required in industry today.

Admission Requirements

• General Kwantlen admission requirements apply
• Grade 10 reading comprehension and math skills as assessed by Kwantlen (Physics 11, Math 11 and 12 would be an asset)
• Satisfactory physical health
• Students will require appropriate steel-toed safety shoes or boots.

Content

Hands-on shop experience is the basis on which skills are developed. The program is organized around the individual needs of the students, and these needs will determine its actual length. Credit will be given for past experience if students can demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.

The program is offered Monday through Friday on a continuous-intake basis. Most students complete the program in ten to twelve months

• Safety
• Hydraulics
• Rigging
• Blueprints & sketching
• Metallurgy
• Welding Equipment
• Machine tools
• Hand tools
• Material Handling
• Pneumatics
• Lubrication
• Measuring tools
• Power drives
• Power hand tools & powder actuated tools
• Layout
• Machine Components

Costs

Approximate: $1,400 for books and equipment, plus tuition