Trades

Continuing Education

Air Brake Endorsement

Classes 2-5 drivers are able to take this course and add a "Q" endorsement to their license (Class 1 drivers have air brakes specific testing). Class 5GDL is acceptable. Class 7 (learners) cannot attend a Q endorsement training.

Apprenticeship & Industry Training (AIT) Entrance Exam Preparation

These online, self-directed courses are interactive with innovative learning strategies. The courses are developed to help you learn the competencies required to be successful in passing the Alberta Apprenticeship & Industry Training Entrance Exam.

Blacksmithing

Learn basic blacksmith skills in a hands-on course. The course includes an overview of safety, tools, and forge management.

Case New Holland Technician

Olds College and Case New Holland Limited have teamed up to offer this unique program as a professional development stream for Case New Holland Technicians to become certified.

CWB Weld Testing

Olds College is an authorized test centre for the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB). Welders who are not employed by a company certified to CSA W47.1 and are not a member of a union providing testing facilities, are eligible for testing.

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Length: 12 Weeks

Delivery: On-Campus

Intake: Various Dates

Introduction to Welding

This program is for beginners and for welders who would like more hands on practice.

John Deere Technician

Olds College and John Deere Limited have teamed up to offer this unique program as a professional development stream for John Deere Technicians to become certified.

Powder Coating

In this training session, you will discover the benefits and costs of powder selection, the safety hazards and controls, surface prep and substrates, hanging systems, booth design, powder application, ovens and curing, and quality control and testing.

Small Engines

Learn theory and techniques to diagnose and repair small engines such as motorcycles, lawnmowers, garden tractors, snowmobiles, and other small engines.

Stump Treatment Pesticide Certificate Tutorial

The Stump Treatment Pesticide Certificate is required for individuals applying herbicides to stumps and is available only to those with a Utility Tree worker or Utility Tree Trimmer Certificate.

Utility Tree Worker Safety Training

After successful completion of this certification course you will be eligible to register for your Utility Tree Worker and Utility Tree Trimmer certificate with Professional Vegetation Managers Association.