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Documentation (Approval etc…) Welding & Fabrication Technician

2020

Welding & Fabrication Technician Business Plan

Fanshawe College

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 STAGE-GATE 2

BUSINESS PLAN FOR NEW PROGRAMS

Completed Business Plans must be submitted to the Centre for Academic Excellence three weeks
in advance of the next Academic Leadership Team (ALT) meeting and two weeks in advance of
the next Senior Leadership Council (SLC) meeting.

Dean/Chair/Developer responsible for this new program proposal:

Steve Patterson, Dean
Lindsay Engel, Associate Dean
Christopher Hooper & Deven Taylor, Faculty & Subject Matter Experts
Curriculum Consultant assigned: Sherry McEvoy
Date Submitted: 10/30/2020

1.0 Program Specifications

Proposed program title: Welding & Fabrication Technician

Proposed credential:
☐ Ontario College Graduate Certificate
☐ Local Board Approved Certificate
☐ Collaborative Degree
☐ Ontario College Certificate
☐ Degree
☒ Ontario College Diploma
☐ Ontario College Advanced Diploma

MTCU program code (if it exists):

MTCU 54902 Welding & Fabrication Technician

MTCU program code comparables:

MTCU 54900 Welding Engineering Technician

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Revised November 2016
 Proposed Classification of Instructional Program Codes, formatted as ##.####:
48.0508 Welding Technology/Welder

For additional information, please refer to most recent Classification of Instructional Programs
(CIP) Canada published by Statistics Canada, available on http://www.statcan.gc.ca/.
Projected four-digit National Occupational Classification Codes (3 maximum), formatted as
####:

Welders and Related Machine Operators NOC 7237

Contractors and Supervisors, Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and
Related Occupations NOC 7201
For additional information, please refer to most recent National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Canada published by Statistics Canada, available on http://www.statcan.gc.ca/.
Identify all deliveries of this or a comparable program that have been or are currently offered
at Fanshawe (including CE and/or Regional Campuses):
Describe deliveries:

MTCU Program
44900 Welding Techniques
Welding Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

Proposed program launch date: Fall 2021

Proposed intake(s): ☒ Fall ☒ Winter ☐ Spring ☐ Other:

Number of students in first intake: 40

Length of program:
• Number of semesters: 4
• Semester length in weeks: 15 weeks
• Total program hours: 1161
☒ Web-facilitated (face-to-face) ☐ Blended ☐ Online
Program delivery ☐ Fast-track ☐ Accelerated
(check as many as
☐ Collaborative ☐ Weekend
apply)
☐ Other
☐ No Co-operative Education component is required
☐ The Co-operative Education component is a required element
Co-op program
☒ There is a Co-operative Education stream and a non-Co-
operative Education stream

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2.0 Executive Summary
Include the following information (600 words maximum):
a) Program Overview: length, credential, description and suggested delivery options
b) Strategic Alignment: explain how this program is aligned with the indicated program
area of strength and/or growth (150 words recommended maximum)
c) Competition: Local, regional, provincial and/or national fit/competition
d) Pathways: Links to further educational opportunities
e) Student Demand: interest in the program locally and provincially
f) Labour Market Demand: support for the program, job opportunities for graduates

a) Ontario enjoys consistent demand for welders and this program is designed to allow students
to graduate with a skill set that meets the needs of even the most current manufacturing
environments. Students will enjoy a mix of theoretical and practical learning in Fanshawe’s
new state-of-the-art welding lab. The program features a significant amount of in-lab practice
time to allow students to master their craft. Instruction will incorporate emerging
technologies like virtual/augmented reality, robotics and pulse welding. Students will have the
opportunity to enhance their employability by earning Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB)
certifications. A co-op work experience has also been incorporated into the program in
consultation with Career & Employment Services.
b) This program is aligned with the Building Technology area of strength.

c) The closest competitive programs offered by other Ontario Colleges are:

• Welding Engineering Technician offered by 9 colleges under MTCU code 54900

• Welding & Fabrication Technician offered by 2 colleges under MTCU code 54902
• Sheet Metal/Welding apprenticeship programs

d) This diploma program will be a pathway program for the 1-year Welding Techniques program
offered by Simcoe, St. Thomas and Kincardine campuses. Graduates of this diploma will also be
eligible to challenge the first year curriculum of the Welding Techniques – Sheet Metal
apprenticeship program.

e) Saurabh Malhotra, Manager - International Recruitment and Market Development, has stated
that a program in this subject area will be highly sought-after by prospective students.

Current international and domestic demand experienced by other colleges offering a similar
programs is as follows:

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 g) Labour Market Demand

Welders and Related Machine Operators NOC 7237

Welders operate welding equipment to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This unit group
also includes machine operators who operate previously set up production welding, brazing
and soldering equipment. They are employed by companies that manufacture structural steel
and plate-work, boilers, heavy machinery, aircraft and ships and other metal products, and by
welding contractors and welding shops, or they may be self-employed.

In terms of general labour market demand, according to the Careers Outlook Report, the
median income for this NOC is $50,501 and there are projected to be 4,000 – 5,000 new job
openings in Ontario offered during the period of 2017 – 2021.

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 Contractors and Supervisors, Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and
Related Occupations NOC 7201

This unit group includes sheet metal, ironwork, welding and boiler-making trade contractors
who own and operate their own business. This group also includes supervisors who supervise
and co-ordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Machinists and
Machining and Tooling Inspectors (7231), Tool and Die Makers (7232), Sheet Metal Workers
(7233), Boilermakers (7234), Structural Metal and Plate-work Fabricators and Fitters (7235),
Ironworkers (7236), Welders and Related Machine Operators (7237) and Machining Tool
Operators (9417). They are employed by structural, plate-work and related metal products
fabrication, manufacturing and erecting companies and machine shops.

In terms of general labour market demand, according to the Careers Outlook Report, the
median income for this NOC is $73,447 and there are projected to be 1,000 – 2,000 new job
openings in Ontario offered during the period of 2017 – 2021.

3.0 Academic Programming and Quality Assurance

3.1 Program Vocational Learning Outcomes See Appendix A: Form 1 –

Consultation: CAE Program Vocational Learning
Outcomes.

3.2 Essential Employability Skills Learning See Appendix A: Form 2 -

Essential Employability Skills
Outcomes Outcomes.
Consultation: CAE

3.3 Program Description See Appendix B: Program

Consultation: CAE and Registrar’s Office Description.

3.4 Course Descriptions See Appendix C: Program

Consultation: CAE Curriculum.

3.5 Relationship to Professional or Licensing See Appendix D: Regulatory

Bodies Status Form.
Consultation: CAE

3.6 Curriculum Design and Delivery See Appendix E: Curriculum

a) Provide rationale for curriculum design and Map - Program VLOs and
EESOs.
delivery methods (e.g., face-to-face, blended,
online, fast track, accelerated, collaborative; full-
time vs. part-time), including work integrated learning (if appropriate):

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 1. Alignment with program vocational learning outcomes
2. Alignment with essential employability skills outcomes
3. Suitability for target populations(s)

b) Indicate where and how existing courses may be included in this new program.
Consultation: CAE, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), External Resources

The curriculum has been designed to mirror Red Seal Journeymen-level learning. Graduates
may proceed into the workplace or challenge the first level of apprenticeship.
Employer feedback reinforced the need for graduates to have a range of knowledge/skills that
are appropriate to small/medium and large manufacturing environments where emerging
technologies like robotics are being used to augment production. Small and large
manufacturers will continue to rely on product innovation to compete in the global economy
so students must also embrace adaptability, resilience and innovative practices. In some
environments, welders play a key role in the design, iteration and production of new products.
Finally, topics like project management and entrepreneurship will afford graduates with more
flexible employment options.

3.7 Research and Innovation

a) Describe how research and innovation will be included in the program (Policy 2-B-02).
Consultation: Centre for Research and Innovation, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)

This program reflects the College’s priority to provide students with a Signature Innovative
Learning Experience via opportunities for hands-on application based projects.

Based on external focus group feedback, experiential learning via a capstone course will
provide students with the ability to work with a number of small to medium sized business and
will provide students with an applied level of learning unique to this credential offering across
Ontario.

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4.0 Fit of Program

4.1 Gap Analysis

a) This diploma program will be a pathway program for the 1-year Welding Techniques program
offered by Simcoe, St. Thomas and Kincardine campuses. Graduates will also be eligible to
challenge the first year curriculum of the Welding Techniques – Sheet Metal apprenticeship
program.

It is not anticipated that there will be much cross-over demand between the 1-year OCC and
this diploma. The OCC features compressed learning at a challenging pace to prepare learners
for a welding career in 1-year. The diploma will be offered to both international and domestic
students and will allow learning to build more gradually over a 2-year period plus a co-op work
term.

b) There are 2 types of diploma programs offered in the College system:

• Welding Engineering Technician offered by 9 colleges under MTCU code 54900

• Welding & Fabrication Technician offered by 2 colleges under MTCU code 54902

Sheridan’s Welding & Fabrication Technician program would be the most similar in nature to
this program in that it also offers students the opportunity to complete testing for Canadian
Welding Bureau certifications. Fanshawe faculty in the proposed program will include Red Seal
journeymen so the emphasis on setting a level of learning that compliments that national
quality level will be a distinctive feature of this program.

c) Welder Apprentice Demand

Qualified welders have traditionally graduated from apprenticeship and welding is one of the top
10 Red Seal trades in Canada. Though specific to apprenticeship, the charts below are provided
to reflect general market demand for “welders”.

According to the Apprenticeship Demand LMI National 2019 Report, the average annual
certification demand by Red Seal Trade, Canada, 2013 to 2018 and 2019 to 2023 is summarized
as follows:

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 To meet certification requirements, an estimated 167,800 apprentices are likely to be required
in Canada over the next five years.

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4.2 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Please complete this table with the three most recent years of published data* for similar programs at
your college only (minimum one, maximum three). Similar programs may include programs at the same
or different credential levels, and transfer opportunities. Please add additional rows as needed.

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 *KPIs are to be calculated in accordance with the methods prescribed by MTCU. KPIs are based on graduates of MTCU
approved full-time postsecondary programs whose funding status is shown in the graduate record layout as MTCU operating
grant, Co-op Diploma Apprenticeship or Second Career, and who were surveyed by telephone.
** Employment Rate = (number of survey respondents employed Full-time or part-time, related or unrelated) / (number of
survey respondents in labour force)
*** Employment Rate in a Related Field = (number of survey respondents employed Full-time or part-time, related) / (number
of survey respondents in labour force)

4.4 Pathways to and from Proposed Program and Programs

a) Drawing on the gap analysis, are any program pathways anticipated or under negotiation to
and/or from this program (internal and external)? If yes, describe how the existing/proposed
program supports student mobility.
b) Describe any special features of this pathway (e.g., laddering, bridging).
c) How does this program fit into the provincial and national credit transfer framework?
(ONCAT) (i.e., course to course vs. program to program; college to university, college to
college, university to college)?

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 Consultation: CAE (Pathways Coordinator)

Graduates from the Welding OCC will be evaluated for advanced standing in the diploma on a course-
by-course basis.

5.0 Demand and Support for Program

5.1 Student Demand

a) Provide evidence to validate student demand and/or societal need. (e.g. Student
surveys, enrolment summaries and growth trends for similar programs, system
enrolments and projected growth, or demographic projections for relevant sub
populations)

b) Indicate which student populations are most likely to be attracted to the program:
Persona Groups
☒ Direct
☒ Non-direct
☒ International
☐ Other (identify):

Current international and domestic demand experienced by other colleges offering similar
programs is as follows:

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 5.2 Labour Market Demand
a) Provide evidence to validate employment demand from some or all of the following:
1. Trend data (employment trends for related employment)
2. Feedback from and support of a related Program Advisory Committee
3. Feedback from external stakeholders (Attach minutes from external stakeholder
panel as appendix)
4. Other data sources (e.g., local, provincial, national and/or international economic
development corporations, industry/professional associations)
5. Letters of employer support (attached as appendix)

According to the Government of Canada’s Job Bank website, the employment outlook will be
fair for Welders and related machine operators (NOC 7237) in Ontario for the 2019-2021
period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this
occupation.
Welders and related machine operators mainly work in the manufacturing industry for
fabricated metal, transportation and machinery producers. A smaller number of welders and
operators are also employed by companies that perform commercial and industrial equipment
repair as well as by specialty trade contractors in the construction industry.

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 Employment in this occupation has been rather steady in Ontario over the past decade. A fair
number of these tradespersons work in fabricated metal production at architectural and
structural metals producers. Welders and operators fabricate and sculpt various metal parts
and components to support activities across construction and the industrial base. Steady levels
of construction activity in the province will continue to support demand for building materials
such as structural and sheet metal, and fasteners. In particular, investments in non-residential
and engineering construction such as transit lines, nuclear and hydroelectric power generation,
water and sewer systems, and highways and bridges, will support the need for these metal
goods. Further, steady business activity will likely help keep commercial construction moderate
and there are a few large industrial projects in the works. Higher population growth continues
to support housing developments such as condominiums in some of Ontario's largest urban
centres. These projects will not only support work for these tradespersons to manufacture
building materials, but it will create opportunities for those in construction to install and fit
these items, and support the need for construction-related equipment.
Among the new entrants to this profession are a growing number of graduates from the
welding techniques college program. The number of registered apprentices in this occupational
group softened a bit in Ontario in recent years.
There are two voluntary skilled trades associated with this occupation in the province – welder
and pressure systems welder. Individuals that are certified or that have several years of
experience in this trade will likely have better job prospects. Candidates that have knowledge
of various welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding
(GMAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), will likely have better job opportunities.
Here are some key facts about Welders and related machine operators in the Ontario region:
Approximately 27,100 people work in this occupation.
Welders and related machine operators mainly work in the following sectors:
• Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 20%
• Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 14%
• Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 12%
• Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 11%
• Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: more than 95% compared to 79% for all occupations
Part-time workers: less than 5% compared to 21% for all occupations
67% of welders and related machine operators work all year, while 33% work only part of the
year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only
part of the year did so for an average of 33 weeks compared to 31 weeks for all occupations.

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 5% of welders and related machine operators are self-employed compared to an average of
12% for all occupations.
Welders and Related Machine Operators NOC 7237
Welders operate welding equipment to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This unit group
also includes machine operators who operate previously set up production welding, brazing
and soldering equipment. They are employed by companies that manufacture structural steel
and plate-work, boilers, heavy machinery, aircraft and ships and other metal products, and by
welding contractors and welding shops, or they may be self-employed.

In terms of general labour market demand, according to the Careers Outlook Report, the median
income for this NOC is $50,501 and there are projected to be 4,000 – 5,000 new job openings in
Ontario offered during the period of 2017 – 2021.

Contractors and Supervisors, Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and
Related Occupations NOC 7201

This unit group includes sheet metal, ironwork, welding and boiler-making trade contractors
who own and operate their own business. This group also includes supervisors who supervise
and co-ordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Machinists and
Machining and Tooling Inspectors (7231), Tool and Die Makers (7232), Sheet Metal Workers
(7233), Boilermakers (7234), Structural Metal and Plate-work Fabricators and Fitters (7235),
Ironworkers (7236), Welders and Related Machine Operators (7237) and Machining Tool
Operators (9417). They are employed by structural, plate-work and related metal products
fabrication, manufacturing and erecting companies and machine shops.

In terms of general labour market demand, according to the Careers Outlook Report, the median
income for this NOC is $73,447 and there are projected to be 1,000 – 2,000 new job openings in
Ontario offered during the period of 2017 – 2021.

5.3 Partnerships Supporting New Program

a) List any new internal or external partnerships that may develop if this program were to be
delivered. Include letters of support in an appendix.
b) What, if any, alliances are possible to reduce costs, increase speed to market and increase
market coverage?
c) How are the external stakeholders willing to support the proposed program? (check as many
as apply)
☒ Continuing on Advisory Committee ☐ Teach a course
☒ Provide placement or experiential learning (e.g. co-op, field placement,
mentorship)
☒ Present as a guest speaker ☐ Provide a tour

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 ☐ Research (project, partnership etc.) ☐ Donation, Scholarship, Award
☐ Other:
Consultation: Internal and External Stakeholders

6.0 Feasibility of Program

6.1 Multi-Year Enrolment Projections (headcount)

See NPV

6.2 Human Resources

a) Include staffing plan for program, up to and including full implementation.

1. Estimate the staffing requirements that are above the existing HR
complement.
2. Would there be any changes to current staffing arrangements in order to
implement this new program?
3. Would there be any additional training needs?
Consultation: Human Resources, OD&L, other Schools

b) Student Services
1. What other Learner / Student Success Services are required?
Consultation: Student Success Advisor

Staffing Requirements:
• 1 FT faculty – year 2
• 1 Coordinator – at program start

No additional student support services are required.

6.3 Ministry Funding See Appendix F: Program

Consultation: CAE Delivery Information (PDI) Form
to Calculate Program Funding
Parameters.

6.4 Proposed Program Fees

Consultation: CAE, Financial Planning

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 Approved Postsecondary (APS) Program MTCU Table

 Wt - Program Weight for funding purposes: __1.4_____

 FU - Program Funding Units for funding purposes: __1.8____

 Proposed annual tuition fee: $__2,721 domestic

 Fees: Regular ☒ High Demand ☐

 What tuition and ancillary fees are being charged by other colleges for
similar
programs?
Institution/Program Tuition Fees Ancillary Fees
Conestoga Welding & Domestic $2760 $723
Fabrication Technician International $12500
St. Lawrence Welding & Domestic $2720 $510
Fabrication Technician International $14600 $1,229

6.5 Required Program Resources

a) Space requirements See Appendix G: Detailed
1. Can this program use existing space? Course Delivery

i. If Yes,
a. Will it differ by term or year?
b. Will it require renovations to existing space? If yes, describe.
c. Will it require designated space? If yes, describe.
d. Will additional office space be required for faculty and/or
support?

ii. If No,
a. Specify the size, type and attributes of classrooms and/or space.
b. Will it require designated space? If yes, describe.
c. Can this new space be made available to other
programs/Schools?
d. If there is a comparable room that serves as a model, indicate the
room number__________.

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 e. Will additional office space be required for faculty and/or
support?
Consultation: Facilities Management, Timetabling/Scheduling
Availability of classroom space has been confirmed by Lisa Dennis. Program will utilize the new
Welding Lab.

b) Computing requirements
1. Identify any new computers or related hardware devices needed:
☐ Desktop Computer ☐ Laptop ☐ Notebook ☐ Tablet
☐ PC based ☐ MAC ☐ IOS ☐ Android ☐ Other:
Quantity:
2. Identify connectivity requirements:
☐ Permanent Hardwire ☐ Wireless ☐ Power Outlet – e.g., Laptops
☐ Other:
3. Identify data storage requirements (excluding FOL):
☐ Hard Drive Only ☐ Departmental Server ☐ ITS Network Server
☐ Third-Party Cloud Storage ☐ Other:
4. Identify new or modified software requirements including version, licensing
and cost:

5. Identify cloud-based (online) services or products required:

6. Can the proposed hardware and software run on the College’s networks? If
no, describe what is required.
7. Estimate the computing requirements required for startup of all levels (e.g.,
lab sizes required, specific hardware requirements).
8. Estimate the computing requirements for ongoing delivery of the program
(up to the 5th year) (e.g., estimated lab sizes required, specific hardware
requirements, equipment refresh cycle)
9. What are the implications for existing IT architecture given program size,
delivery format and computing requirements?
10. Does existing IT infrastructure allow this program to be offered as
proposed? If no, what is required?

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 11. Identify any new or modified classroom teaching technology required to
offer the program (e.g., projectors, audience response systems [clickers],
touch-enabled displays, other):
12. Are there specific IT staff support needs for the program? If yes, describe.
Consultation: Information Technology Services

No additional IT-related resources required

ITS Employee(s) Consulted:

ITS Notes:

c) Marketing Resources - Discuss marketing strategies with R & BM to reaching the

appropriate student populations for this program.
Consultation: Reputation and Brand Management (R & BM)

If you intend to allocate money to domestic marketing, please include in NPV

calculations.

Marketing Strategies 

Admission Process
A. Alternate Offers
Events & Recruitment Presentations
B. Open House x
C. Recruitment Presentations x
D. Grad Fair
E. Industry Presentations
F. Internal Student Presentations x
G. College Events (e.g. Trauma & Treatment) x
Print
H. School Sales Brochure x
I. Flyer x
Direct Mail
J. Guidance Counselor Mailing x
K. Influencer/Practitioner Mailing x
Digital
L. Google Adwords x
M. Google Display & Facebook Sponsored Posts x
Communications & Signage

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 N. Website x
O. Social Share x
P. Flyer x
Q. Zap Sign x
R. Program Crest

Budget Recommendation
RBM recommends a marketing budget of $15,000 for the launch year and $5,000 for subsequent
years. Marketing tactics and spend will be dependent on launch timing and the COVID-19 situation at
that time.

d) Learning Resources - Include collections and/or online resources required.

Consultation: Library

No additional resources required

6.6 Cost of Program See Appendix H: Multi-Year

a) Capital requirements Budget Projections with Net
Present Value (NPV).
1. Specify the capital requirements
required for startup. Consider:
i. New space/building
ii. Facility renovations, additions and/or improvements
iii. Classroom and/or laboratory equipment
iv. Computers, software and IT infrastructure
v. Program related equipment (e.g., machinery, tooling)
vi. Non-academic furniture & office equipment
vii. Academic furnishings
viii. Marketing materials
ix. Staffing (FT, NFT, Technicians, Support)
2. Estimate the capital requirements for ongoing delivery of the program (up
to the 5th year).
3. Specify the amount of capital investment required to implement this
program that is beyond your existing capital allotment. If this exceeds $1
Million, also the source of these funds.
4. Specify the type of equipment and infrastructure enhancements needed to
operationalize delivery of the program (electrical upgrade, water, eye wash
station, fume hood, etc.).
5. Identify special lab amenities/attributes (functional requirements noted in
6.5 a) that impact 6.5 b)).

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 6. Are there any prerequisites or special considerations that will affect the
timing of this proposal?
Consultation: Faculty, Chair, Program/Ops Manager, HS&S, Facilities Management

Welding unit replacement costs $30,000 annually. Increase to $100k in 5th and 10th year for
infrastructure replacements.

b) Multi-year Budget
1. Outline any budgetary assumptions.
2. Specify the budget requirements required for ongoing delivery of the
program. Consider:
i. New space/building
ii. Facility renovations, additions and/or improvements
iii. Classroom and/or laboratory equipment
iv. Computers, software and IT infrastructure
v. Program related equipment (e.g., machinery, tooling)
vi. Non-academic furniture & office equipment
vii. Academic furnishings
viii. Marketing materials
ix. Staffing (FT, NFT, Technicians, Support)
3. What is the proposed Net Present Value (NPV)?
Consultation: Financial Planning

See NPV in Appendix H

6.7 Alternative Sources of Funding

a) Are there alternative sources of funding for this program (e.g., donations,
repurposing, partnerships)?
Consultation: Advancement and Alumni Office, External Resources

None

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 APPLICATION FORM FOR PROGRAM PROPOSAL

A. Funding Request: This proposal will be sent to the MTCU for Approval for Funding.
☐Yes
☐No
B. College Name: Fanshawe College
C. College Contact(s): Person responsible for this proposal.

Name: Lindsay Engel Name: Greg Yantz

Title: Associate Dean, School of Information Title: Director, Centre for Academic Excellence
Technology Telephone:
Telephone: 519.452.4430 E-mail:
E-mail: lengel@fanshawec.ca

D. Proposed Program Title: MTCU 54902 Welding & Fabrication Technician

E. Proposed Credential: Please select one (1).
☐Local Board Approved Certificate
☐Ontario College Certificate
☒Ontario College Diploma
☐Ontario College Advanced Diploma
☐Ontario College Graduate Certificate
F. Program Maps (Appendix A): Please complete and attach the two (2) Program Maps.
Form 1- Vocational Program Learning Outcomes
Form 2- Essential Employability Skills Outcomes
G. Program Description (Appendix B): Please complete and attach the Program Description
Form.
H. Program Curriculum (Appendix C): Please complete and attach the Program Curriculum
Form.
I. Regulatory Status Form (Appendix D): Please complete and attach the Regulatory Status
Form.
J. Date of Submission to CVS: Click here to enter a date.
FOR CVS USE ONLY
K. Date of CVS Response: Click here to enter a date.
L. CVS Validation Decision:
☐Proposal Validated. APS Number:
Reason:
☐Proposal not Validated.
Reason:
M. CVS Signature:

Send the completed form and required appendices to: belfer@ocqas.org. For detailed information on how to complete the
Application Form for Program Proposal, please refer to the Instructions for Submission of Program Proposal document at
www.ocqas.org.

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INTRODUCTION

The process established by the Credentials Validation Service (CVS) is designed to be a

streamlined, seamless, effective, and efficient process that will allow colleges to submit and
receive validation requests and decisions in a timely manner. The document with the
instructions to complete this form (CVS Instructions for Submission of Program Proposal) is
available to all colleges on the OCQAS website (www.ocqas.org).

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 F. PROGRAM MAPS (APPENDIX A): Form 1 - Vocational Program Learning Outcomes

Provincial Vocational Program Proposed Program Vocational Learning Course Title / Course Code
Outcomes Outcomes
☐ Provincial Program Standard, or
☒ Provincial Program Description
MTCU code: 54902 Welding and
Fabrication Technician
1. Employ basic tools, materials and supplies 1. Unchanged See Appendix E
properly and appropriately, in keeping with
safe practices specific to manual welding
processes and regulations
2. Interpret the essential elements and 2.
concepts of blueprints in order to apply
these to the fabrication of welding pieces
3. Apply basic trade-related math concepts 3.
to complete welding and fabrication
projects according to required specifications
4. Use a range of basic welding and 4.
fabrication applications and methods to
complete projects to required specifications
using appropriate consumables, materials
and tools
5. Work in compliance with codes, 5.
standards and accepted principles and
practices of the welding industry

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6. Contribute to the management of 6.
welding/fabrication projects by preparing
accurate estimates of time and costs using
appropriate project planning tools
7. Solve and correct basic welding problems 7.
through analysis and the application of
other problem solving tools and processes
used in the welding/fabrication
environment
8. Perform preventative maintenance and 8.
correct problems related to welding
materials, tools and equipment
9. Fabricate an item from initial sketches to 9.
completion and inspection according to
given standards and tolerances

Add additional rows as required to complete the mapping exercise.

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 F. PROGRAM MAPS (APPENDIX A): Form 2 – Essential Employability Skills Outcomes

Skill Categories Defining Skills Essential Employability Skills Course Title / Course Codes
Skill areas to be Outcomes (As indicated in Appendix A)
demonstrated by the The graduate has reliably demonstrated the
graduates ability to:
Communication • Reading • communicate clearly, concisely, See Appendix E
• Writing and correctly in the written,
• Speaking spoken, and visual form that fulfils
• Listening the purpose and meets the needs
• Presenting of the audience (1)
• Visual Literacy • respond to written, spoken, or
visual messages in a manner that
ensures effective communication
(2)
Numeracy • Understanding and • execute mathematical operations
applying accurately (3)
mathematical
concepts and
reasoning
• Analysing and
using numerical
data
• Conceptualizing
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Skill Categories Defining Skills Essential Employability Skills Course Title / Course Codes
Skill areas to be Outcomes (As indicated in Appendix A)
demonstrated by the The graduate has reliably demonstrated the
graduates ability to:
Critical Thinking • Analysing • apply a systematic approach to
& Problem • Synthesizing solve problems (4)
Solving • Evaluating • use a variety of thinking skills to
• Decision-making anticipate and solve problems (5)
• Creative and
innovative thinking
Information • Gathering and • locate, select, organize, and
Management managing document information using
information appropriate technology and
• Selecting and using information systems (6)
appropriate tools • analyse, evaluate, and apply
and technology for relevant information from a
a task or a project variety of sources (7)
• Computer literacy
• Internet skills
Inter-personal • Team work • show respect for the diverse
• Relationship opinions, values, belief systems,
management and contributions of others (8)
• Conflict resolution • interact with others in groups or

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Skill Categories Defining Skills Essential Employability Skills Course Title / Course Codes
Skill areas to be Outcomes (As indicated in Appendix A)
demonstrated by the The graduate has reliably demonstrated the
graduates ability to:
• Leadership teams in ways that contribute to
• Networking effective working relationships
and the achievement of goals (9)
Personal • Managing self • manage the use of time and other
• Managing change resources to complete projects
and being flexible (10)
and adaptable • take responsibility for one’s own
• Engaging in actions, decisions, and
reflective practice consequences (11)
• Demonstrating
personal
responsibility

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 G. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION (APPENDIX B)

Program Description
Provide a brief description of the program, similar to what might be used as, or found in, advertising or a calendar
description.

Ontario enjoys consistent demand for welders and this program is designed to allow students to graduate with a skill set
that meets the needs of even the most current manufacturing environments. Students will enjoy a mix of theoretical and
practical learning in Fanshawe’s new state-of-the-art welding lab. The program features a significant amount of in-lab
practice time to allow students to master their craft. Instruction will incorporate emerging technologies like
virtual/augmented reality, robotics and pulse welding. Students will have the opportunity to enhance their employability
by earning Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certifications. A co-op work experience has also been incorporated into the
program in consultation with Career & Employment Services.

Laddering Opportunities
Provide a brief description of known laddering into and from the proposed program, e.g. certificate to diploma, diploma to
degree, apprenticeship to college, diploma to apprenticeship, college to college, diploma to college degree, etc.

Welding OCC
Welding/Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

Occupational Areas
Provide a brief description of where it is anticipated graduates will find employment.

Welders and Related Machine Operators NOC 7237

Welders operate welding equipment to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This unit group also includes machine
operators who operate previously set up production welding, brazing and soldering equipment. They are employed by
companies that manufacture structural steel and plate-work, boilers, heavy machinery, aircraft and ships and other metal
products, and by welding contractors and welding shops, or they may be self-employed.

In terms of general labour market demand, according to the Careers Outlook Report, the median income for this NOC is
$50,501 and there are projected to be 4,000 – 5,000 new job openings in Ontario offered during the period of 2017 –
2021.

Proposed Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Provide the list of the proposed program vocational learning outcomes. These outcomes should be listed, verbatim as they
appear in Appendix A- Form 1.
See page 3

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The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

Admission Requirements
Identify the Admission Requirements for the program.

OSSD or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following
methods:
• A Grade 12 College Stream or University Stream English credit from an Ontario Secondary School, or equivalent,
depending on the program's Admission Requirements
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 88 for the Internet-based test (iBT), with
test results within the last two years
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 6.5 with no score less
than 6.0 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years. SDS Program Requirements.
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) test with an overall score of 70 with no score less than 60 in any of the
four bands, with test results within the last two years
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 59, with test results within the last two years
• A Cambridge English Test (FCE/CAE/CPE) with an overall score on the Cambridge English Scale of 176 with no
language skill less than 169, with test results within the last two years
• An English Language Evaluation (ELE) at Fanshawe College with a minimum score of 75% in all sections of the test,
with test results within the last two years
• Fanshawe College ESL4/GAP5 students: Minimum grade of 80% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 9 or 75% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 10

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 H. PROGRAM CURRICULUM (APPENDIX C)

Semester Course Code/ Course General Total Course Description

Title Education Course
(As indicated in Appendix A) Course Hours
(indicate
with an X)
1 MATH-XXXX Math for 30 Students are introduced to analytical skills typically
Welding required in a welding trade environment, with an
emphasis on solving applied problems. Students
explore concepts and operations involving whole
numbers, fractions, decimals, exponents, roots and
percent, ratio and proportion. Students learn through
interactive lectures, demonstrations, and assignment
work.
1 SFTY-XXXX Industrial 45 Students learn how to work safely in a potentially
Safety & Rigging dangerous environment. Specifically, they learn how
to identify hazardous conditions and how to prevent
work place accidents. Personal, workplace and
welding machinery/equipment safety are emphasized
throughout the course. Working at heights, fall
restraint, confined space training and chain/sling
rigging are a few of the focal points discussed.
1 DRAF-XXXX or 30 This course is designed to provide students with the
Introduction to Blueprint knowledge to interpret a variety of drawings and
Reading schematics typically found in a welding and
fabricating environment. Emphasis is placed on
drawing interpretation, basic drafting, sketching, and
common welding symbols. Specifically, students learn
the language of technical drawings including symbols,
types of lines and welding symbols. They examine the
standard form for orthographic projection, including
how to interpret detailed engineering drawings.
1 WELD-XXXX Welder 45 This course introduces students to core theoretical
Theory (Intro) models shared across multiple welding processes
including: weld joint configuration, electrical
terminology, and physics related to welding projects.
1 Practical Welding Lab 1 120 Students are introduced to working in a welding
environment in this hands-on lab setting. Students
will develop the skills to produce fillet and groove
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 shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) and gas metal arc
welding (GMAW) processes. Students can be assessed
to the W47.1 standard by Canadian Welding Bureau
representatives.
1 Gen Ed X 45
2 Computer Aided Design 30 This course introduces students to computer aided
design. Students will learn to create basic two-
dimensional drawings in AutoCAD.
2 WELD-XXXX Welding 30 Weld Theory 2 will build on lessons from content
Theory 2 learned in Weld Theory 1. Students continue to study
welding techniques, machine functions, electrodes,
effects of shielding gases, types of filler wires and wire
transfer methods.
2 WELD-XXXX Metallurgy 45 This course of study introduces students to the study
Fundamentals of ferrous metals and their alloys used in industry.
2 WELD-XXXX Practical 120 Practical Weld Lab 2 builds on students’ skills and
Weld Lab 2 knowledge established during Lab 1. Students will
also continue to hone their skills using GMAW and
SMAW to become competent in completing tasks in
vertical and overhead positions. In this lab, Carbon Air
Arc will also be introduced. Students can be assessed
to the W47.1 standard.
2 COOP-1020 Preparation 6 This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-
for Co-op Work Study operative Education consultants and students' roles
and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative
Education Policy. It will provide students with
employment preparatory skills specifically related to
co-operative education work assignments and will
prepare students for their work term
3 MATH-XXXX Trade 30 This course builds on work-related math skills from
Calculations Math 1 and will include basic algebraic techniques,
geometric theorems involving angles and triangles,
units of measurement and application of formulas,
tables and charts to determine perimeter, area,
volume, weight and bending allowance.
3 DRAF-XXXX Blueprint – This course is designed to further the students’
Structural & Pipe knowledge by introducing symbols and line types in
drawings that are associated with working in pressure
fitting applications and piping of low/high pressures.
Through lecture and individual/team projects,
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 blueprints.
3 WELD-XXXX Welder 30 Weld Theory 3 will cover the function of and
Theory 3 equipment related to gas tungsten arc welding and
flux core/metal core advanced functions. Theory
related to pressure fitting and pipe welding will also
be taught and applied.
3 WELD-XXXX Practical 120 Students will advance their skills by being introduced
Weld Lab 3 to the gas tungsten arc process in Practical Lab 3.
Students perform fillet and groove welds on varied
types and thicknesses of metals in multiple positions.
Flux core /metal core process will also be covered.
3 General Education X 45 Gen Ed elective – no description required
Elective
4 PRJT-XXXX Project 15 This course is designed to offer students a better
Planning understanding of the process behind producing
products from start to finish. Students will progress
from initial design to drawing to costing and
fabrication. They will adhere to proper procedures,
codes and standards. This course will also focus on
project planning from an entrepreneurial perspective,
with a view to skills/attitudes required to create and
maintain a small business.
4 WELD-XXXX Metallurgy 30 In this course, students investigate properties of
for Welders different steel and the effects of stress and heating.
They will learn testing and inspection procedures
related to the welding industry. Identification of
discontinuities is also highlighted.
4 WELD-XXXX Fabrication 30 In this course, students will be tasked with submitting
Lab plans for a practical capstone project. Students select
proper materials and process and perform the
necessary operations to bring the fabrication to its
completion.
4 WELD-XXXX Practical 30 Practical Weld Lab 4 introduces students to pipe and
Weld Lab 4 pressure vessel welding techniques
4 WELD-XXXX Robotics & 30 This course offers students the opportunity to learn
Weld basic programming and operation of multi axis
automated welding robots. Students work in a safe
controlled robotic cell learning communication and
welding commands needed to operate today’s high
production equipment.

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4 General Education X 45 Gen Ed elective – no description required
Elective

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 I. REGULATORY STATUS FORM (APPENDIX D)

Please complete the following:

There IS a legislative requirement that program graduates must be certified or licensed by a

regulatory authority to practice or work in the occupation

☐ Mandatory recognition of a regulatory authority exists and is being sought.

(Please refer to Section A below- Mandatory Regulatory Requirements)

There IS or IS NOT a voluntary (i.e., not required by legislation) licensing or certification for
entry to practice in the profession or trade.
☐ YES
☐ NO

☐ Voluntary recognition of a regulatory authority IS being sought.

(Please refer to Section B below- Recognition by Voluntary Association)

☒ Voluntary recognition is NOT being sought*.

Please explain why: Click here to enter text.

*Note: There may be titling implications for programs that are not seeking recognition in an area
where existing programs have secured recognition.

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 A. MANDATORY REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Where licensing or certification is required by legislation for entry to practice in the profession
or trade, the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requires that colleges ensure that
their programs will meet the requirements of the regulatory body in order to be approved for
funding.

Name of regulatory authority:

Status (please select ALL that apply)

☐ Accreditation or approval by the regulatory authority / designated third party received.

Date of recognition:

☐ The college is working toward accreditation with the regulatory authority/ designated
third party.
Describe current status of application:
Expected date of recognition:

☐ The regulatory authority does not accredit educational programs directly or through
designated third party. Formal acknowledgement (e.g. in its published or legislated
registration requirements) that the program graduates will be eligible to write any required
certifying or registration exam(s) or that the program is otherwise recognized for the
purposes of certifying or registering a graduate is being sought.

Please submit an acknowledgement and/or evidence from the regulatory authority

regarding the status of the recognition.

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 B. RECOGNITION BY VOLUNTARY ASSOCIATION

Colleges may choose to have a program accredited or recognized by a voluntary membership

organization or association. Graduate eligibility for association recognition or adherence to
standards imposed by the body is a recommendation and not a requirement for program
funding approval by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

Name of voluntary association:

Status (please select ALL that apply)

☐ The college is working toward recognition.

Describe current status of application:
Expected date of recognition:

☐ Recognition has been received.

Date of recognition:
Type of recognition (e.g. accreditation, graduates eligible to write membership exams, etc.):

☐ The association does not recognize educational programs directly or through designated
third party. Formal recognition (e.g. in its published requirements) that the program
graduates will be eligible to write any required certifying or registration exam(s) or that the
program is otherwise recognized for the purposes of certifying or registering a graduate is
being sought.

Please submit an acknowledgement and/or evidence from the regulatory authority or

voluntary association regarding the status of the recognition.

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APPENDIX E – Program Outcomes – Curriculum Map

PROGRAM MAPPING (Name of Program)

LEVEL ONE LEVEL TWO
PROGRAM VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

Industrial Safety & Rigging

Intro to Blueprint Reading

XXXX-Math for Welders
I - Introductory

Practical Welding Lab

Practical Weld Lab 2

EVALUATING THE
B - Building

Welding Theory 2

Co-op Work Prep

# OF COURSES
C - Culminating

Welder Theory

OUTCOME
Metallurgy
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: (Source: MTCU

CAD
Code )
1. Employ basic tools, materials and supplies properly and appropriately, in keeping
with safe practices specific to manual welding processes and regulations X X X 3
2. Interpret the essential elements and concepts of blueprints in order to apply these to
the fabrication of welding pieces X X 2
3. Apply basic trade-related math concepts to complete welding and fabrication
projects according to required specifications X X X 3
4. Use a range of basic welding and fabrication applications and methods to complete
projects to required specifications using appropriate consumables, materials and tools
X X X X 4
5. Work in compliance with codes, standards and accepted principles and practices of
the welding industry X X X X X X X 7
6. Contribute to the management of welding/fabrication projects by preparing accurate
estimates of time and costs using appropriate project planning tools X X 2
7. Solve and correct basic welding problems through analysis and the application of
other problem solving tools and processes used in the welding/fabrication environment
X X X X X 5
8. Perform preventative maintenance and correct problems related to welding
materials, tools and equipment X 1
9. Fabricate an item from initial sketches to completion and inspection according to
given standards and tolerances 0

TOTAL # OF OUTCOMES EVALUATED BY EACH COURSE 1 2 1 3 3 2 1

GM = General Education (mandatory) G = General Education (elective)

NB - Only indicate the outcomes that are Taught & Evaluated (TE or TRE) in a course

PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Analysis of Mapping Results:

ACADEMIC CHAIR:

Date Completed:
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PROGRAM MAPPING (Name of Program)

LEVEL THREE LEVEL FOUR
PROGRAM VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

Blueprint Structural & Pipe

Metallurgy for Welders

I - Introductory

Practical Weld Lab 3

EVALUATING THE
Robotics and Weld
Trade Calculations
B - Building

Welder Theory 3

# OF COURSES
Project Planning

Practical Weld 4
C - Culminating

Fabrication Lab

OUTCOME
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: (Source: MTCU
Code )
1. Employ basic tools, materials and supplies properly and appropriately, in keeping
with safe practices specific to manual welding processes and regulations X X x 3
2. Interpret the essential elements and concepts of blueprints in order to apply these
to the fabrication of welding pieces X X X X 4
3. Apply basic trade-related math concepts to complete welding and fabrication
projects according to required specifications X X X X 4
4. Use a range of basic welding and fabrication applications and methods to complete
projects to required specifications using appropriate consumables, materials and
tools X X X X X 5
5. Work in compliance with codes, standards and accepted principles and practices of
the welding industry X X X X X 5
6. Contribute to the management of welding/fabrication projects by preparing
accurate estimates of time and costs using appropriate project planning tools X X 2
7. Solve and correct basic welding problems through analysis and the application of
other problem solving tools and processes used in the welding/fabrication
environment X X X X X X 6
8. Perform preventative maintenance and correct problems related to welding
materials, tools and equipment X X X 3
9. Fabricate an item from initial sketches to completion and inspection according to
given standards and tolerances X X X 3

TOTAL # OF OUTCOMES EVALUATED BY EACH COURSE 3 2 4 8 1 2 6 8

V = Vocational Courses E = Essential Employability Skills Courses
GM = General Education (mandatory) G = General Education (elective)

NB - Only indicate the outcomes that are Taught & Evaluated (TE or TRE) in a course

PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Analysis of Mapping Results:

ACADEMIC CHAIR:

Date Completed:
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PROGRAM MAPPING (Name of Program)

LEVEL ONE LEVEL TWO
PROGRAM ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS OUTCOMES

Coop Preperation for

Industrial safety and

SUPPORTING THE
Welders Theory 2
Practical Welding

Practical Welding
Math for Welders

# OF COURSES
Intro to Blueprint

Computer Aided
Welders Theory
Indicate with an 'x' where each skill is taught and/or reinforced and evaluated.

Fundamenals

Work Study

OUTCOME
Metallurgy
Reading

Comms
Rigging

Design
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: (Source:

Lab 1

Lab 2
Intro
MTCU Code)
1. communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form
that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience. x x x x x x x x x 9
2. respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective
communication. x x x x x x x x x 9

3. execute mathematical operations accurately.

x x x x x x x 7

4. apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

x x x x x x x x 8

5. use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

x x x x x x x x 8
6. locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology
and information systems. x x x x x x x x 8

7. analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

x x x x x x x 7
8. show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of
others. x x x x x x x x 8
9. interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working
relationships and the achievement of goals. x x x x x x 6

10. manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
x x x x x x x x 8

11. take responsibility for one’s own actions, decisions, and consequences.
x x x x x x x x x 9

TOTAL # OF OUTCOMES SUPPORTED BY EACH COURSE 11 7 10 10 9 10 11 0

PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Analysis of Mapping Results:

ACADEMIC CHAIR:

Date Completed:
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PROGRAM MAPPING (Name of Program)

LEVEL THREE LEVEL FOUR
PROGRAM ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS OUTCOMES

Metallurgy for Welders

Practical Welding Lab

Practical Welding Lab

SUPPORTING THE
Trade Calculations

Welders Theory 3

# OF COURSES
General Elective
Robotic Welding

Project Planning
Indicate with an 'x' where each skill is taught and/or reinforced and evaluated.

Fabrication Lab
Structual/Pipe

OUTCOME
Drawings
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: (Source:
MTCU Code)

4
1. communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form
that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience. x x x x x x x x x 9
2. respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective
communication. x x x x x x x x x 9

3. execute mathematical operations accurately.

x x x x x x x 7

4. apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

x x x x x x x x 8

5. use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

x x x x x x x x 8
6. locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology
and information systems. x x x x x x x x 8

7. analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

x x x x x x x 7
8. show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of
others. x x x x x x x x x 9
9. interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working
relationships and the achievement of goals. x x x x x x x x x 9

10. manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
x x x x x x x x x 9

11. take responsibility for one’s own actions, decisions, and consequences.
x x x x x x x x x 9

TOTAL # OF OUTCOMES SUPPORTED BY EACH COURSE 10 11 11 11 8 11 11 11

PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Analysis of Mapping Results:

ACADEMIC CHAIR:

Date Completed:
 APPENDIX F

Program Delivery Information (PDI) Form to Calculate Program Funding Parameters

Total Hours Required per Student

College: Fanshawe College Program title: Welding & Fabrication Technician

Indicate the number of hours that a student is required to spend in each instructional
setting in each semester or level of this program. All hours in all instructional settings
are to be noted.

Semester/Level
Funded Instructional Settings*
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total
Classroom instruction 315 231 315 300 1161

Laboratory/workshop/ fieldwork

Independent (self-paced) learning

One-on-one instruction

Clinical placement

Field placement/work placement

Small group tutorial

TOTAL 315 231 315 300 1161

Non-funded Instructional Semester/Level

Settings* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total
Co-op work placement - Mandatory 420 420 840

Co-op work placement - Optional

TOTAL 420 420 840

*Definitions for each instructional setting can be found below.
Appendix G: Detailed Course Delivery

Program: Welding Diploma Starting Term: Fall

School: Technology Starting Year: 2021

Proposed
Weeks / Course No. of
Course Code Course Name Hours Section Course Delivery Space (hours distribution per week) Additional Comments
Term Status Sections
Size
Dedicated Computer Other
Classroom Laboratory None
Space Room (describe)
Level 1
Example:
1 Math for Welding 30 15 x
1 Industrial Safety and Rigging 45 15 x
1 Intro to Blueprint Reading 30 15 x
1 Welders Theory Intro 45 15 x
1 Practical Welding Lab 1 120 15 x
1 Comms 45 15 x
Total 315
Level 2
Computer Aided Design 30 15 x
Welders Theory 45 15 x
Practical Welding Lab 2 120 15 x
Coop Preperation for work study 6 15 x
Metallurgy Fundamentals 30 15 x
Total 231
Level 3
Trade Calculations 30 15 x
Structual/Pipe Drawings 45 15 x
Welders Theory 45 15 x
Practical Welding Lab 3 120 15 x
Metallurgy for Welders 30 15 x
Gen Ed 45 15
Total 315
Level 4
Robotic Welding 30 15
General Elective 30 15
Project Planning 30 15
Fabriacation Lab 45 15
Practical Welding Lab 4 120 15
Gen Ed 45 15
Total 300
 Program Name: Welding Technician
Program type: Ontario College Diploma

Year 0 Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Total
Incremental revenues

Grants: Notes
Welding Technician 1 n/a n/a n/a 23,155 69,466 120,739 148,856 153,818 153,818 153,818 153,818 977,490

Tuition:
Welding Technician 2,3,4 611,139 1,208,561 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 1,339,519 12,535,853
Program Specific Fee ** 5 8,639 17,123 18,974 18,974 18,974 18,974 18,974 18,974 18,974 18,974 177,553

Other associated revenue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sub‐total Incl Grant 0 619,777 1,225,684 1,381,649 1,427,959 1,479,232 1,507,350 1,512,311 1,512,311 1,512,311 1,512,311 13,690,897
Sub‐total Without Grant 0 619,777 1,225,684 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 1,358,493 12,713,406

Incremental Expenses
Indirect Salaries:
  Admin/Support Staff 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Teaching Salaries:
Full Time ‐ number required 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
                   ‐ cost @ $144,674 0 0 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 144,674 1,302,066
Part Time ‐ hours per week req'd 6. 0 60 124 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144
                   ‐ cost @ see below 0 101,687 210,152 244,048 244,048 244,048 244,048 244,048 244,048 244,048 244,048 2,264,219
Coord Stipend 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
cost @ $3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 3,827 42,097
Curriculum Dev. @ $25k/pgm year 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000
International Recruitment Costs 86,417 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 111,108 1,086,386
One Time Costs ‐ facilities 0 0 0
                              fitup/equipment 7. 0 0 0
Other Startup 0 0 0
Operating Expenses 8. 0 17,279 29,338 31,969 31,969 31,969 31,969 31,969 31,969 31,969 31,969 302,368
Marketing 15,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 65,000
Capital Expenses 9. 0 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 100,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 100,000 440,000

Sub‐total 68,827 244,209 534,099 570,625 570,625 640,625 570,625 570,625 570,625 570,625 640,625 5,552,137

Incremental Cash Inflows With Grant ‐68,827 375,568 691,585 811,023 857,334 838,607 936,724 941,686 941,686 941,686 871,686 8,138,760
CTO% 56% 59% 60% 57% 62% 62% 62% 62% 58%

Incremental Cash Inflows Without Grant ‐68,827 375,568 691,585 787,868 787,868 717,868 787,868 787,868 787,868 787,868 717,868 7,161,269
CTO% 56% 58% 58% 53% 58% 58% 58% 58% 53%

Net present value With Grant @ 8% $4,851,786
Net present value Without Grant @ 8% $4,327,278
Notes:
1.  Grant based on existing MCU program 54902 (wght 1.4, fndg unit 1.8)
2.  Tuition based on existing standard program
3.  50%/50% domestic/international enrolments assumed
4.  Based on lvl 1 enrolment total of 50
5.  Prog Specific fees ‐ Welding kits offset in ISU
6. Based on vl 1 = 21hrs, vl 2 = 15hrs, lvl 3 = 21hrs, lvl 4 = 20hrs
7. No new equipment costs as will be using newly renovated existing welding lab
8. $5k/year plus pgm specific fee offset plus $32.50/student/term welding lab operating costs
9. Welding unit replacement costs $30k annually. Increase to $100k in 5th and 10th year for infrastructure replacements.

INPUT FIELDS

Tuition ‐ domestic lvl 1 $1,250.89 Tuition less bursary holdback

(per term) lvl 2 $1,250.89 Tuition less bursary holdback
lvl 3 $1,252.64 Tuition less bursary holdback
lvl 4 $1,252.64 Tuition less bursary holdback

Grant  all levels $2,480.94

(per term)

Program specific fee all levels $77.13

Tuition ‐ international lvl 1/2 $6,858.50 Tuition less international student recovery

(per term) lvl 3/4 $6,858.50 Tuition less international student recovery
lvl 5/6 $6,858.50 Tuition less international student recovery
lvlv 7/8 $6,858.50 Tuition less international student recovery

Enrolment split domestic 25%

international 75%

Part time / Partial load split % PT 50%

PL 50%
hrly rate PT $95.29
(incl. ben's) PL $130.68
Number of weeks for PT/PL 15

YEAR 1
Enrolment table Program name
Domestic Int'l
level 1 ‐ Fall 10 30 40
level 2 ‐ Winter 8 24 32
level 1 ‐ Winter 10 30 40
level  0 0 0
28 84 112
Tuition rates
Domestic Int'l
level 1 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 2 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 3 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 4 1,250.89 6,858.50

Grant values

Domestic Int'l
level 1 2,480.94 0.00
level 2 2,480.94 0.00
level 3 2,480.94 0.00
level 4 2,480.94 0.00

YEAR 2
Enrolment table Program name
Domestic Int'l
level 1 ‐ Fall 10 30 40
level 2 ‐ Winter 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Fall 7 20 27
Level 4 ‐ Winter 6 18 24
level 1 ‐ Winter 10 30 40
level 2  Summer 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Winter 7 20 27
56 166 222
Tuition rates
Domestic Int'l
level 1 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 2 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 3 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 4 1,250.89 6,858.50

Grant values

Domestic Int'l
level 1 2,480.94 0.00
level 2 2,480.94 0.00
level 3 2,480.94 0.00
level 4 2,480.94 0.00

YEAR 3
Enrolment table Program name
Domestic Int'l
level 1 ‐ Fall 10 30 40
level 2 ‐ Winter 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Fall 7 20 27
Level 4 ‐ Winter 6 18 24
level 1 ‐ Winter 10 30 40
level 2  Summer 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Winter 7 20 27
Level 4 ‐ Summer 6 18 24
62 184 246
Tuition rates
Domestic Int'l
level 1 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 2 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 3 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 4 1,250.89 6,858.50

Grant values

Domestic Int'l
level 1 2,480.94 0.00
level 2 2,480.94 0.00
level 3 2,480.94 0.00
level 4 2,480.94 0.00

YEAR 4
Enrolment table Program name
Domestic Int'l
level 1 ‐ Fall 10 30 40
level 2 ‐ Winter 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Fall 7 20 27
Level 4 ‐ Winter 6 18 24
level 1 ‐ Winter 10 30 40
level 2  Summer 8 24 32
Level 3 ‐ Winter 7 20 27
Level 4 ‐ Summer 6 18 24
62 184 246
Tuition rates
Domestic Int'l
level 1 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 2 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 3 1,250.89 6,858.50
level 4 1,250.89 6,858.50

Grant values

Domestic Int'l
level 1 2,480.94 0.00
level 2 2,480.94 0.00
level 3 2,480.94 0.00
level 4 2,480.94 0.00
 Welding & Fabrication Technician
Diploma
NEW PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT– EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER PANEL
AUGUST 25TH, 2020| 4:00 – 5:00 P.M.
VIA WEBEX

PRESENT:
EXTERNAL ATTENDEES:
James White – Cross Enterprise Leader, Wellmaster

INTERNAL ATTENDEES:
Lindsay Engel – Associate Dean, School of Technology
Tracey Davies – Program Manager, School of Technology
Chris Hooper – Faculty, School of Technology
Sherry McEvoy – Curriculum Consultant, Centre for Academic Excellence (recording)

REGRETS:
Kenny Cunningham, Winsafe
Beth Velkow, Velkow Truck Lift Service
Dave King, VOL Industries
Mary Sloan, Upper Thames Conservation Authority
Sharon Dykstra, Timberland Group

WELCOME, INTRODUCTIONS & OVERVIEW OF PROPOSED PROGRAM

ORIGIN OF NEW PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

The proposed diploma program joins the 1-year Welding OCC and the Sheet Metal Worker
apprenticeship as Fanshawe’s 3rd welding-related program. Relative to other internal and external
programs, this new program will feature:
o Significant focus on practical skill development via extensive lab time in the new
Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) endorsed facilities
o Curriculum that mirrors Red Seal journeymen requirements allowing for advanced
standing in apprenticeship should students wish to continue
o Opportunity for students to earn CWB certifications while completing the program
o Extensive content related to standard practices (eg. GMAW, SMAW, Metallurgy) plus
newer practices like robotic welding and new technologies like VR
o 2-year duration required for international student visa (with pathway opportunities for
students who have completed the 1-year OCC)
o A co-op semester between years 1 and 2
CURRICULUM RECOMMENDATIONS
The following curriculum topics were recommended for consideration by participants:

THEME 1:
Product Customization vs. Mass Production:
1. In some organizations, custom product design and innovation is key to their business model.
Welders contribute to product design and production, thus it would desirable for students to
exhibit flexibility and an affinity for innovation.
2. Custom products are often designed to solve specific problems and welders need to embrace
the ability to interact with customers, understand their needs and develop/iterate products to
meet those needs
3. Welders/fabricators in some organizations still do a significant amount of repetitive production
while other companies are off-shoring their high volume production and/or using robots for
high volume, repetitive production.
THEME 2:
Project Planning and Use of Drawings:
1. Students may not only be the recipients of drawings/plans, they may also have to create plans
and use plans to communicate ideas to clients. The ability to use software and also freehand
sketching are equally valued in creating/communicating plans.
2. As a student project, consider asking the students to fabricate something that they have
drawn. Test the legitimacy of the plans by also asking another student use them as a
reference in creating a product.

THEME 3:
Course Titling:
1. Consider using course titles that reflect the benefit of the course or the reason why. For
example, instead of calling a course Advanced Math, call it ‘Measure Twice, Cut Once’

THEME 4:
Welding Theory:
1. COVID has also caused a substantive shirt in manufacturing and there could be mature
students entering the welding program and as form of re-training
2. There is a lot of diversity in the welding career area and use some of the time in these courses
to introduce students to the career areas. This will bring additional relevancy to some of the
theory they will be learning.