Program Overview

Introduction to the Welding and Joining Specialization

The Welding and Joining Specialization is a unique program designed to prepare students for careers in welding and joining processes. This specialization is the only one of its type in Canada and compares well with programs in Europe and the US.

Program Overview

The Welding and Joining Specialization includes a set of specialized courses that provide students with advanced knowledge related to welding and joining processes. The program is designed to train students in the principles and practices of welding and joining, including welding metallurgy, welding design, and fabrication and quality control.

Registration for the Welding and Joining Specialization

To enroll in this specialization, students must complete a Plan Modification form and submit it to the MME Academic Advisor before their 4A term. The specialization includes the following 5 courses with one optional course:

• ME 435 - Industrial Metallurgy
• ME 436 - Welding and Joining Processes
• ME 526 - Fatigue and Fracture Analysis
• ME 535 - Welding Metallurgy
• ME 538 - Welding Design, Fabrication and Quality Control
  • ME 547 - Robotics Manipulators: Kinematics, Dynamics, Control (optional)

Program Details

The Welding and Joining Specialization is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of welding and joining processes. The program includes a range of courses that cover topics such as welding metallurgy, welding design, and fabrication and quality control. Students who complete the specialization will be awarded a Certificate of completion of the Welding and Joining Specialization.

Career Opportunities

The Welding and Joining Specialization provides students with a range of career opportunities in the field of welding and joining. Graduates of the program have gone on to work in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive. The program also provides a strong foundation for further study in welding and joining, and many graduates have gone on to pursue graduate degrees in the field.

The Need for Welding Engineers

There is a growing need for qualified welding engineers in Canada and around the world. The Canadian welding industry has identified a shortage of qualified welding engineers, and the program is designed to help meet this need. The Welding and Joining Specialization provides students with the knowledge and skills required to work in the field of welding and joining, and graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in this field.

Research Areas

The Welding and Joining Specialization includes a range of research areas, including:

• Materials Engineering and Processing
• Solid Body Mechanics and Design
• Fluid Mechanics and Fire Behaviour
• Thermal Engineering
• Automation and controls

Conclusion

The Welding and Joining Specialization is a unique and comprehensive program that provides students with a range of knowledge and skills related to welding and joining processes. The program is designed to meet the growing need for qualified welding engineers in Canada and around the world, and graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in this field.