This Program is offered at the following campus locations:
Dawson Creek
Description:
Millwrights install, repair, overhaul and maintain machinery and heavy mechanical equipment, such as conveyor systems in diverse settings including repair shops, plants, construction sites, mines, logging operations, ski hills and most production and manufacturing facilities. Millwright is designated as Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) under the Inter-provincial Red Seal program.
Millwrights also perform routine maintenance activities, such as cleaning and lubricating equipment, adjusting valves and seals, and investigating breakdowns.
Millwrights work from plans and blueprints and install equipment using hand tools, power tools, and hoisting equipment. They use grinders and lathes to make customized parts and construct machinery foundations. Some Millwrights specialize in construction and installation only, while others are involved in trouble shooting.
Certification:
Certificate in Millwright
Apprenticeship Levels 1 - 4
Program Contact: Pam Eales
Dean: Jeff Lekstrom
Admission Requirements:
- Level 1- Registered Apprentice with the Industry Training Authority or proof of successful completion or related Foundation Trades Training program.
- Level 2 - Successful completion of Level 1 Apprenticeship Technical Training or successful challenge of Industry Training Authority Level 1 Placement Exam.
- Level 3 - Successful completion of Level 2 Apprenticeship Technical Training or successful challenge of Industry Training Authority Level 2 Placement Exam.
- Level 4 -Successful completion of Level 3 Apprenticeship Technical Training or successful challenge of Industry Training Authority Level 3 Placement Exam.
Program Length (Weeks): 7
Program Length (Hours): 210 (per level)
Program Intake Start: Refer to Trades Schedule
Program Intake Finish: Refer to Trades Schedule
Available Seats: 16
Application Deadline: One week prior to course start date
Career Prospects:
Excellent opportunities exist in the local and regional industry for Millwrights. Above average salaries are offered, as well as excellent working environments.
Affiliations:
- British Columbia Industry Training Authority.
- Program Advisory Committee.
Additional Requirements and Supplies:
- Purchase of textbooks. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, coveralls, etc.)
- Application Fee and Trades Assessment Fee (if applicable). Please refer to the Tuition Schedule.
- Once accepted, students are required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable, non-deferrable deposit to hold a seat in the program.
- Students are required to sign and adhere to the Trades & Apprenticeship Safety and Attendance Policy.
Eligibility for Canada Student Loans: No
Required Minimum Grade: 70%
Residency Requirements: 100% per level
Courses: