Red Deer Polytechnic

Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship

CanadaTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Red Deer Polytechnic

  • Offers programs aligned with the 2024 PGWP updates
  • Provides support through the International Admissions team
  • Has a dedicated housing option for international students
  • Offers virtual tours and personalized appointments
  • Supports international students with immigration information

About Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship

Tuition is Estimated tuition and fees are $1,571.00 per period for four periods..

This programme prepares students for a career as a steamfitter or pipefitter in industrial and construction sectors. Students learn to read blueprints, fabricate and install piping, and apply welding and rigging techniques. Training includes safety procedures, pressure testing, and system diagnostics. The programme combines classroom instruction with on-the-job experience over four years.

Four-year programme with 8 weeks of classroom instruction each year and a minimum of 1,560 hours of on-the-job training annually. 80% on the job, 20% in classroom or lab.

Graduates work as journeyperson steamfitters or pipefitters in industries such as oil and gas, construction, and heavy manufacturing.

ELA 30-2 and Math 30-3 and Physics 30 or Chem 30 or Science 30, or ELA 20-2 and Math 20-3 and Science 10, or pass on all five Canadian GED tests, or successful completion of AIT entrance exam.

On-campus, full-time, four years.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Red Deer Polytechnic prepares students for careers in skilled trades, health sciences, business, and technology through hands-on programs that connect directly with industry needs. The institution emphasizes practical training and real-world experience, supporting graduates in entering the workforce with relevant skills. International students gain access to applied learning environments and career-focused education in a supportive academic community.

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