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Katelynn B. is a Welding student at the London campus of North American Trade Schools. In her review, she talks about her experience at NATS, her instructors and why she decided to attend the school to study to become a Welder.
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“I’m Katelynn B. and I’m taking Welding Technology. Before coming to NATS I was laid off from a pig farm actually, and I decided, you know, now’s the time let’s go do this, let’s further my career, let’s pick a trade, let’s get into the business.
I chose NATS for its facility, yeah it has a very upbeat atmosphere. What I like the best about my instructors is they’re very hands on and they have an incredible amount of knowledge. What I enjoy most about campus is it’s central location. Something that I learned at NATS that I enjoyed most was blue printing.
Blue printing is very important because the fabrication process, putting things together, it shows specifications on how it’s meant to be put together and that was something that is very essential in our field. I see myself in five years being a Millwright I found it very easy to make friends on campus because of the atmosphere, it’s very laid back.
My family is very excited that I’m attending NATS to further my career and further my knowledge. To anybody that’s undecided about coming to NATS, come take a tour and see what it’s all about.”
What is Welding? What is a welder?
Welding is fabrication process to join materials such as metals together by fusing them. The career term for individuals in this occupation is a welder. A welder is a skilled tradesman that completes the entire process of fusing the materials together. The welding process is complex with a number of techniques, equipment, tools and methods to complete the process. There are also a number of welding types such as TIG welding, MIG welding, GAS welding and ARC welding.
Welders wear protective equipment such as a protective mask, gloves, heavy jackets and breathing equipment. Welders must have good coordination skills, eyesight and problem solving skills due to their type of work. In addition, Welders often go through training from vocational programs that focus on Welding Training which gears graduates towards certification and best industry practices.
What is the CWB Certification?
The Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) is an organization that certifies and registers the welding training process for licensing structural pressure vessel welders. The CWB provides testing in Electric Arc Mild Steel Welding (SMAW), Electric Arc Stainless Welding (SMAW), MIG Welding (GMAW) and Flux-core Welding (FCAW).
Why you should get your welding certification?
The main reason to get your welding certification is to ensure that you are up to date with the most recent techniques and procedures. By being a certified welder, individuals will have more career opportunities as the certification process is a record that a welding skill has been demonstrated in a controlled setting. Certification shows that an individual has demonstrated many competencies required to effectively work in the welding field.
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Robert B. is a Solar Energy Technician student at the London campus of North American Trade Schools. In his review, he talks about his experience at NATS, his instructors and why he decided to attend the school to study to become a Solar Energy Technician.
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“My name is Robert B. I’m studying Solar Electrical Technician. I chose NATS because it was close to my residence and the facility was big and I like the hands on training.
I chose NATS because I wanted to better my career, for my kids to have a better life. I like learning the safety of the safety of dealing with electricity.
I like best about my instructors that they are they’re outgoing, and they know what they’re talking about and they make learning fun. I like hands on training and the good working environment, a good teaching environment.
I think the world is changing fast and alternate power is the future and you know, there’s one saying I’ve seen, save the polars go solar. In five years I see myself designing and installing solar arrays.
My family feels proud of me for attending NATS and work on my career. If you’re undecided to come to NATS you should come check it out for yourself.”
Home Renovation Technician Training Program – Student Review – Kathryn K.
February 01, 2017Kathryn K. is a Home Renovation Technician student at the London campus of North American Trade Schools. In her review, she talks about her experience at NATS, her instructors and why she decided to attend the school to study to become a Home Renovation Technician.
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“My name is Katheryn K. and I’m starting the home renovations course here at NATS. Before I came to NATS I was working in an office for the last fifteen years and you know it wasn’t what I wanted to do, I needed to get my hands dirty and I decided, you know what, I can do this, I’m going to take a shot and jump right in.
I chose NATS because I was looking online and I saw a testimonial by another woman and I thought, you know what, if she can do it so can I. What I like best of the instructors is how knowledgeable they are and how willing they are to help you learn what you need to learn and they won’t stop until you understand it.
What I really enjoy about the campus is the small atmosphere of it the amount of equipment that they have for every students, you’re not waiting, you don’t have to take as many turns and you actually do get a lot of hands on experience.
Something that I learned that mats that I enjoy the most is not only learning how to build roofs and stairs, I actually learned self-confidence and I learned that I am capable of doing things that are typically a man’s job. In five years I see myself owning my own renovating business, flipping homes and renovating older homes, making a little shiny new.
I find it easy to make friends on campus because everyone here is extremely friendly, teachers included and it doesn’t matter what course they’re in, they’re willing to help you with any questions that you may have. My family is very proud that I’m attending NATS, they’re very looking forward to myself renovating all their homes.
They’re very supportive and they’re very willing to help me along the way in any way that they can. If you were undecided about coming to NATS just come out here and come for the tour and see for yourself how wonderful it is out here.”
Joshua S. is an HVAC student at the London campus of North American Trade Schools. In his review, he talks about his experience at NATS, his instructors and why he decided to attend the school to study HVAC.
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“My name is Josh; I’m here at NATS studying HVAC.
I chose NATS because of the hands-on experience and the knowledge of the teachers.
The best thing I like about the campus here at NATS is the atmosphere, you’re welcomed as soon as you walk through the doors.
Since enrolling here at NATS, it’s easy to make friends because we’re all on the same page and we learn from each other.
The thing I like most about the teachers here at NATS are; they are very knowledgeable they bring a lot of experience to the school, they’re patient, and they’re hardworking.
Since I’ve enrolled here at NATS my family has been fully supportive, and they’re very proud.
In 5 years I see myself as a fully licensed gas technician, hopefully I own my own business.
I would say, if you’re undecided about attending NATS, you should probably come in and just take a look around and see the tools, the equipment they have, and talk with some of the teachers.”
