Cutting and Welding 1 (HMEC 1160)

This course introduces students to welding regulations, metals, oxy-acetylene components, equipment, cutting, welding and brazing. Topics included are from the Industry Training Authority Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program section A14. See: http://www.itabc.ca/sites/default/files/docs/partners/RTO/heavy-mechanical-foundation-march-2014.pdf for more information.

This course is part of the full-time Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation program
Course code: HMEC 1160
Credits: 1.0
Length: 25.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HMEC&number=1160

Schedule

HMEC 1160 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
42926April 22, 2025
to April 23, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61097June 30, 2025
to July 2, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B

Additional Information

  • Welding regulations
  • Metals
  • Oxy-acetylene components
  • Oxy-acetylene equipment
  • Mild steel cutting with oxy-acetylene equipment
  • Mild steel welding with oxy-acetylene equipment
  • Lap joint brazing with oxy-acetylene equipment

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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