If your instinct is to open something up and figure out why it works the way it does, NSCC has an industrial / manufacturing trade built around exactly that curiosity.
You don't need to know yet whether you’re an electrical person, a mechanical person or a machinist – you need somewhere that takes your curiosity about how things work and helps you turn it into a career. Across these pre-apprenticeship programs, most a year or 2, you develop skills and confidence by doing - wiring control panels, machining precision parts, welding steel and keeping industrial equipment running.
You enjoy understanding how machines and systems work and using technology, tools and technical skills to build, repair or improve them. You value precision, practical problem-solving and visible results - though you may still be deciding between electrical, mechanical, machining, fabrication or a welding career.
Cabinetmaking and Woodworking Techniques Learn how to identify and select wood products, interpret drawings, operate woodworking machines and practise the art of cabinetry and woodworking.
CNC Machining Deepen your precision machining skills by programming and operating computer numerical controlled machines to manufacture mechanical parts that keep industries running.
Electrical – Industrial Maintenance and Controls Build on your foundational electrical skills and take the next steps in your training as you learn about electrical motors, controls, transformers, solid-state systems and automation technology.
Electrical Technician Learn the principles of design, installation and safe operation of renewable electrical energy and automated control systems.
Electro Mechanical Technician Learn how to install, service and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment.
Industrial Mechanical Gain expertise in installing, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and equipment.
Instrumentation Technician Learn the skills to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair process control systems.
Metal Fabrication Learn how to interpret blueprints and develop layout patterns to build and assemble structures from raw materials using metalworking machinery, welding and cutting techniques.
Power Engineering Technology Prepare to operate and maintain industrial and building energy systems safely and efficiently.
Precision Machining Develop skills to interpret engineered drawings and use precise measurements and hand tools to manufacture custom parts and perform repairs with conventional lathes and milling machines to meet tight tolerances.
Welding Learn how to interpret blueprints to join metal, repair parts and structures, fabricate components and apply safe working practices using various welding and cutting equipment and techniques.
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