Trades Introduction Adult Dual Credit

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The construction industry is fast-paced and offers many exciting career opportunities.

Overview

*To be eligible for this program students must be 21 years of age or older, aiming to complete an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

 

Plumbing Theory I – TSJ4T (College Course: PLB100)

This course introduces students to safety, nomenclature, tools and the Ontario Code related to the plumbing environment. Learners will study basic chemistry related to combustion, identify pipe and fittings, and explain processes related to solvent and solder joins. Students will also explain the layout and use of the Ontario Plumbing Code book.

Welding Basics – TLH4T (College Course: WLD001)

Students will learn all aspects of welding and shop safety, including general, personal, welding and industrial shop safety. Students will study and operate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding(GMAW) and Oxy Fuel Cutting (OFC) processes. This course also includes the study of power sources, electrodes and consumables, basic welds and welding procedures. Students will learn the different types of lines, views and dimensions used on engineered drawings. They will identify the bill of materials, structural shapes, welding symbols and the use of basic joints that are used in print reading.

 

Note:

  • Tuition, materials, equipment, and transportation will be covered through the Dual Credit program.
  • Students will be contacted by the SCWI Program Assistant, at least one week prior to the start of the program, to be provided with a date, time and location for an orientation session.
  • Delivery: April to June, 2024. Commerce Court Campus.

To be eligible for this program students must be 21 years of age or older, aiming to complete an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Earn: Two high school credits and two college credits

Dual credit programs can help students transition from high school to college and apprenticeship programs. They can help students complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma while customizing their learning with exposure to the college environment.

Students have the opportunity to:

  • Earn high school credits while studying at a local college or taking apprenticeship training
  • Gain experience in the transition to postsecondary education or apprenticeship
  • Get a head start on learning and training for their future careers.

Dual credit programs can help you transition from high school to college and apprenticeship programs. They can help students complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma while customizing learning with exposure to the college environment.