Manufacturing Techniques - Millwright Apprenticeship
Program: MWAP
Credential: Ontario College Certificate
Delivery: Full-time
Work Integrated Learning: Apprentice Placement
Length: 720 hours
Effective: Fall 2025
Location: Owen Sound
Description
This 720-hour program, consisting of three 240-hour levels, is designed to provide the apprentice with theoretical knowledge of all aspects of the industrial mechanic (millwright) trade as well as practical training necessary to complement the apprentice's on-the-job training experience.
Career Opportunities
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics (NOC 7311) install, maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul and repair stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. This unit group includes industrial textile machinery mechanics and repairers. Construction millwrights are employed by millwrighting contractors. Millwrights are employed in most industries in Canada: oil and gas, mining, automation and robotics, hospitals, food industries, and manufacturing.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- conduct predictive and preventative maintenance procedures on mechanical systems and industrial processes to prevent costly mechanical failure;
- analyze and solve routine technical problems through the application of electrical, mechanical, and quality control procedures;
- follow safe working procedures including the proper use of personal protective equipment to ensure a safe working environment;
- apply knowledge of manufacturing materials, operations, and processes to produce components and maintain a high level of efficiency in manufacturing;
- work responsibly and effectively in accordance with appropriate practices and procedures to prevent breakdowns;
- interpret schematics and other technical documents to distinguish the manufacturing process, assembly of components, and specification of manufacturing tolerance;
- measure, inspect, report on, and make recommendations for maintenance and machine refurbishment as part of the stakeholder quality systems and quality assurance program;
- compile detailed and accurate documentation of all maintenance in order to have complete records;
- analyze and problem solve to determine the root cause of machine failure, maintain effective functioning, and improve efficiency of operations.
External Recognition
Upon successful completion of their Level 3 in-school training, apprentices must complete the remainder of the required skills outlined in the Training Standard Log Book to qualify for their Certificate of Apprenticeship. Thereafter, they are eligible to write their Certificate of Qualifications exam for this Red Seal Trade. Graduates may be able to receive credit toward further education in related post secondary diploma, advanced diploma, or degree programs.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, mature student status
- Prospective students must be registered Apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Additional Information
Upon successful completion of their Level 3 in school training, these apprentices must complete the remainder of the required skills outlined in the Training Standard Log Book to qualify for their Apprenticeship Certificate. Thereafter, they are eligible to write their Certificate of Qualifications exam for this Red Seal Trade.
Graduates may be able to receive credit toward further education in related post-secondary diploma, advanced diploma, or degree programs.
Graduation Requirements
Students must successfully complete all three levels to receive a certificate.
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright - Level 1 Basic (IMMB)
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright - Level 2 Intermediate (IMMI)
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright - Level 3 Advanced (IMMA)
Graduation Eligibility
Students must successfully complete all required courses as noted below. Further details, if applicable, are noted under "Additional Information" above.
Program Tracking
Level 1 - Basic (IMMB)
Program Courses | Hours | |
---|---|---|
IMMB 1010 | Workshop Practice 1 | 48 |
IMMB 1011 | Workshop Technology 1 | 56 |
IMMB 1012 | Machine Technology 1 | 32 |
IMMB 1013 | Rigging and Hoisting | 24 |
IMMB 1014 | Welding and Fabrication 1 | 32 |
IMMB 1015 | Electrical and Electronic Controls 1 | 16 |
IMMB 1016 | Drawings and Schematics 1 | 32 |
Hours | 240 | |
Total Hours | 240 |
Level 2 - Intermediate (IMMI)
Program Courses | Hours | |
---|---|---|
IMMI 1008 | Drawings and Schematics 2 | 32 |
IMMI 1009 | Workshop Practice 2 | 52 |
IMMI 1010 | Power Transmission | 56 |
IMMI 1011 | Machine Technology 2 | 40 |
IMMI 1012 | Welding and Fabrication 2 | 44 |
IMMI 1013 | Electrical and Electronic Controls 2 | 16 |
Hours | 240 | |
Total Hours | 240 |
Level 3 - Advanced (IMMA)
Program Courses | Hours | |
---|---|---|
IMMA 1011 | Workshop Practice 3 | 54 |
IMMA 1012 | Machine Technology 3 | 48 |
IMMA 1013 | Fluid Power | 81 |
IMMA 1014 | Electrical and Electronic Controls 3 | 24 |
IMMA 1015 | Welding and Fabrication 3 | 33 |
Hours | 240 | |
Total Hours | 240 |
Code | Title |
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IMMA 1016 | Industrial Mechanic Millwright Apprenticeship Exam Prep |
Disclaimer: The information in this document is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs.
Program outlines may be subject to change in response to emerging situations, in order to facilitate student achievement of the learning outcomes required for graduation. Components such as courses, progression, coop work terms, placements, internships and other requirements may be delivered differently than published.