About
The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) – Souch in Edmonton, Alberta, is a leader in technical training and applied education. NAIT students earn degrees, diplomas and certificates focused on the career fields of business, IT, engineering technologies, health sciences, culinary arts and environmental management. In addition, NAIT is Canada’s leader in apprenticeship training for skilled trades.
Everything NAIT does is focused on giving students the skills needed to build strong futures. With small class sizes and a commitment to hands-on, practical education, NAIT is able to provide students with the skills employers want. Industry is also a partner in all that NAIT does. NAIT provides solutions for organizations to become more competitive and sustainable. That’s why the work the College does matters. Our world is changing. It is more connected and more competitive than ever before. Advancements in technology are happening at a rapid and increasing pace. The solutions NAIT offers to its clients and partners help them navigate through and adapt to these changes.
Since its founding over 50 years ago, NAIT has consistently evolved to meet the needs of students and industry in a province that’s the engine of Canada’s economy.
Why Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Souch
- City/Culture: NAIT is located in Edmonton, the capital city of the province of Alberta in Canada, one of the healthiest countries in the world. People in Alberta earn the highest wages in the country and enjoy the most days of sun per year.
- Cost benefits: People in Alberta only pay 5% tax on consumer goods (saving money on things like books and groceries). Alberta is the only Canadian province with no provincial sales tax. International students in Alberta receive free health care.
- Facilities: NAIT offers on-demand fitness programs, student counselling, and diverse and inclusive campus support services to make sure students feel like part of the NAIT community.
- Hands-on experience: NAIT provides a hands-on, technology-based education that equips graduates with the skills and knowledge that employers want.
- Promise to students: NAIT provides a positive student experience that encompasses students’ mental, emotional and physical well-being and defines success broadly. NAIT prepares students to succeed in meaningful careers, find employment in their chosen field and have the skills necessary to have an immediate impact.
- Equity, diversity and inclusion: NAIT has adopted its first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy to serve and empower its communities. NAIT is committed to fostering an environment where all people feel safe, valued and included. This commitment is rooted in NAIT’s promises and values – the starting point of its journey to create meaningful change.
College Diploma - Advanced Welding Technology
The Advanced Welding Technology diploma goes beyond the Alberta Welder Apprenticeship training. It combines advanced technical knowledge, welding skills, and exposure to modern technologies to give a graduate the competitive edge into a career in welding. From skills in fabrication to product innovation and inspection methods, students will gain foundational skills that are in-demand by industry. This two-year program is a direct pathway into apprenticeship trades training at NAIT without having to first be a registered apprentice. In addition, it teaches the knowledge required to be a leader in the industry.
Thanks to the growth of environmental industries, ongoing infrastructure repair and the increasing rate of retirement among existing welders, there are many career paths in this industry for graduates to explore!
Students will not only master welding skills but be exposed to technologies that emerge in the welding industry. A student will also learn career essential skills that are in high demand by industry employers. Learning outcomes for this program include being able to:
• Identify safety hazards and comply with legislation
• Operate and maintain welding equipment. To perform welds using processes such as shielded metal arc, gas tungsten, and wire feed processes including gas metal arc, flux core, and metal core
• Perform various thermal cutting processes
• Demonstrate and analyze product creation and efficiencies
• Identify and describe metals and their properties
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communications skills appropriate for the industry
The program content and structure aligns with Alberta Credential Framework expectations. This 2-year diploma program provides graduates with immediate opportunities for employment in the field of welding.
This program offers conditional admissions
For conditional admission, instead of submitting language proficiency test scores, applicants may complete English courses prior to the academic program. The length of the English course is determined based on the applicant’s level of English proficiency.
The program requirements above should only be used as a guide and do not guarantee admission into the program.
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