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Construction | Rigging and Safety
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Architecture and Construction
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English
About Program

Program Overview


This 14-week ironworking program prepares students to work as ironworkers in the reinforcing field. Through hands-on training and expert instruction, students learn to place and secure rebar, cut and sort materials, and site bend rebar. Graduates are qualified for employment in construction, manufacturing, and transportation industries.

Program Outline

Outline:

  • The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work as ironworkers in the reinforcing field.
  • Students will learn how to place and secure rebar in form work, carry, cut, sort, and site bend rebar and other materials used in reinforcing various concrete structures.
  • The program is delivered in person and consists of two levels, each of which is seven weeks in length.
  • Level 1 covers the basics of ironworking, while Level 2 focuses on more advanced topics.
  • The program matrix is as follows:
  • Level 1:
  • ARSI 1GAP:
  • Ironworker - Reinforcing Apprentice Level 1 Final Grade - Harmonized Trade (14.0 credits)
  • Level 2:
  • ARSI 2GAP:
  • Ironworker - Reinforcing Apprentice Level 2 Final Grade - Harmonized Trade (14.0 credits)

Assessment:

  • The minimum passing grade for the program is 70 percent.

Teaching:

  • The program is delivered by experienced instructors who are experts in the field of ironworking.
  • Students will have access to a variety of learning resources, including textbooks, online materials, and hands-on training.

Careers:

  • Graduates of the program will be qualified to work as ironworkers in the reinforcing field.
  • They will be able to find employment in a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, and transportation.
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

  • You must be an active apprentice registered with SkilledTradesBC to register for apprenticeship training at BCIT.
  • Recommended for success:
  • Grade 10 education or equivalent*, including:
  • English 10 or English language proficiency
  • Any Math 10
  • Science 10
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