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Dec 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Academic Calendar [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Millwright Foundations Certificate
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The Millwright Foundation Program consists of 24 weeks of foundation training and a 2 week practicum requirement and will provide the skills required for the student to obtain level 1 technical training.
A Millwright is one who dismantles, moves, installs, changes layout, sets-up, repairs, overhauls and maintains all machinery and heavy mechanical equipment, including power shafting, pulleys, conveyors and hoists.
Reading Week is included in this program and will occur the last week of February evey year (exact dates will vary).
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Career Prospects
Millwrights have a variety of opportunities for employment in both local and regional industry. Some of these opportunities include working in factories, power plants, production facilities and construction sites.
Intakes
| Location |
Starting |
Type |
| Dawson Creek |
September |
Cohort |
Length
800 hours; approximately 29 weeks long.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
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Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 2,736.00 |
$ 153.76 |
$ 299.58 |
$ 3,189.34 |
International Fees
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Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
International
Medical Insurance |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 9,832.00 |
$ 153.76 |
$ 299.58 |
$ 828.00 |
$ 11,113.34 |
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Admission Requirements
Complete either A, B, C, or D:
A. English and Math
English Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Language Arts 10 Courses - 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.
- BC Language Arts 11 Courses - 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.
- BC Language Arts 12 Courses - 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.
- ENGL 030 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
- IELTS score of 5.5 overall with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent English placement test and score.
Math Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Math 10 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent
- BC Math 11 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent
- BC Math 12 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent
- MATH 030 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
C. Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT)
All of:
- Reading Comprehension: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Number Operations: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Problem Solving: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Mechanical Reasoning: 51/70 (6th Stanine) or higher
Based on the results of the assessment(s), applicants may be required to participate in an assessment interview to determine admissibility. Interviews may be conducted virtually if necessary.
Important Notes
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The program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit Student Aid BC to apply for financial assistance online. Note that dual credit students are not eligible for Student Aid.
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Students must provide personal protective equipment (footwear having CSA safety-toe protection and CSA safety glasses with clear lenses, gloves, coveralls, etc). Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirements.
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The program is affiliated with SkilledTradesBC and School Districts 59, 60, 81 and 87.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement |
100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the Dean |
| Minimum Grade Requirements |
70% minimum in all courses |
Credential
Certificate in Millwright Foundations
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