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As a student in the program, you will receive basic knowledge and develop skills to interpret drawings, place and test concrete, lift and shift loads of differing shapes and sizes, and erect and dismantle building components.

The Ironworker Applied Certificate program may be offered at SIAST Palliser Campus subject to a needs assessment, and may be delivered off-campus through continuing education and the regional college system.

Length: 14 weeks

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Career Opportunities

Ironworkers field fabricate, weld, cut, erect and dismantle structural and ornamental metal work. They also erect and place pre-cast concrete, and rig and place machinery and equipment.

Graduates may find employment with heavy construction firms, metal fabricating businesses and commercial construction builders.

Ironworkers usually work full-time, often outdoors in all kinds of weather, and at great heights. The working environment tends to be fast-paced, and ironworkers are sometimes required to travel from one project to another.

Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Please contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) for further information.

For more information about career opportunities related to this program, contact Student Employment Services at the campus nearest you.


Program Details

Start Date(s): varies

For more information, contact Steve Guillaume (Palliser Campus) at (306) 691-8462.

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Admission Requirements



Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores and Post Secondary Success Requirements for this program below, and review additional details concerning Special Admission.



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ACCUPLACER© Cut Scores
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Post-Secondary Success

Post-Secondary Success Requirements
for this program

Not applicable at this time


Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Learning Method(s)

SIAST offers a variety of learning methods for course delivery. The following learning methods are available for some of the courses in this program.
      Classroom
      Home Study
      Online
      Work Experience
      Work-based Training

Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability

SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.



Transfer Credit

Many SIAST students benefit from transferring credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit from or to another college or university. Find out more about transfer credit options.

Some transfer credit options for this program include:

  • credit can be transferred to other SIAST industrial/trades programs for the following courses: Industrial Communications (COMM 127), Industrial Mathematics (MATH 117), Material Handling and Equipment (MATE 186), and Standard First Aid and CPR HeartSaver 'A' (FAID 1001)

  • credit transfer for Flame Cutting (WLDR 127) to SIAST's Welding program
  • credit transfer for Scaffolds (SCAF 120) to SIAST's Carpentry program


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  • BPRT 104  Drawing Interpretation

    • You will learn about the responsibilities and opportunities in the Ironworker trade. You will develop your ability to read and interpret basic drawings. The course covers the basic elements of a blueprint, symbols, abbreviations and structural shapes.

    3.0 Credit Units
    50.0 Lecture hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

  • COMM 127  Industry Communications

    • You will practice fundamental employability skills related to oral and written communications. You will also practice employability skills related to working effectively with others. You will learn personal employability skills and the effect of attitudes and behaviours on successful job search and career advancement.



    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Lecture hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Independent Study, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard

    Equivalent Course(s):   BCOM 120    COMM 127A    COMM 185    COMM 187    COMM 191    COMM 193    JOBS 190    TCOM 120    TCOM 140   

  • MATE 104  Introduction to Re-Bar

    • You will learn the properties of concrete, placing and testing procedures. You will learn basic wire ties, as well as rebar colour codes and sizes.

    1.0 Credit Units
    10.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • MATE 186  Materials Handling and Equipment

    • Your studies meet Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements for safety training required to operate mobile powered equipment. You will learn theory and practical operations on a variety of mobile powered equipment.

    1.0 Credit Units
    16.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard

  • MATH 117  Industrial Mathematics

    • You will study basic math operations involving whole numbers, common and decimal fractions, percents and average, as used in the trade. Also, you will perform Imperial and metric conversions, calculate perimeter, area and volume of objects, and solve some basic problems.

    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Lecture hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

  • RIGG 104  Rigging

    • You will develop skills in lifting and shifting loads of different shapes and sizes. It will prepare you to work safely. You will learn to install equipment. At the end of the course you will be eligible to receive Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) certification.

    3.0 Credit Units
    48.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • SCAF 120  Scaffolds

    • You will receive the theory and hands-on experience needed for the safe use of ladders, ramps and runways used in construction. The course content includes erecting, maintaining and dismantling various types of access scaffolds and rigging and hoisting equipment.

    1.0 Credit Units
    21.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Independent Study, Work Based Delivery

  • STRU 100  Erect and Dismantle Steel Building

    • You will learn the process of erecting a steel building, as well as the process of dismantling and safe placing of building components. At the completion of the course, you will be eligible to receive a certificate in the use of powder actuated tools.

    4.0 Credit Units
    66.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • STRU 101  Structural Steel

    • You will be able to apply safety regulations in the erection of a steel structure. At the completion of the course, you will be eligible to receive Fall Protection Certification in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.

    2.0 Credit Units
    24.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • WLDR 127  Flame Cutting

    • You will study the basics of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding. You will learn to safely use and store material involved with these operations.

    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • WORK 118  Work Experience

    • You will participate in a work placement to further your understanding of workplace employer needs. You will become familiar with the industry and gain practical experience in the ironworker field.

    0.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Work Experience - Group

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