Author Description

The graduate of the Ironworker - Metal Building System Erector apprenticeship program is a certified journeyperson who will be able to: (1) responsibly do all work tasks expected of a journeyperson; (2) supervise, train and coach apprentices; (3) demonstrate the principles of drafting, how drawings originate and how to correctly interpret the information given--the use of each type and the related work orders, materials, lists, etc.; (4) comply with all applicable Codes and Regulations with reference to materials, its uses and safety; (5) identify structural shapes, ropes, wire and fibre as it relates to structural and ornamental components; (6) demonstrate the placement of pre-cast concrete and concrete reinforcement materials to an acceptable level of workmanship; (7) use hand tools and powered equipment in a proper and safe manner; (8) perform a satisfactory operation with oxy-fuel or electric arc welding equipment in order to facilitate this work; (9) co-ordinate iron work with other trades on the job site; and (10) perform assigned tasks in accordance with quality and production standards required by industry. Requirements for certification--including the content and delivery of technical training--are developed and updated by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board on the recommendation of Ironworker - Metal Building System Erector Provincial Apprenticeship Committee. This course outline contains the following sections: (1) First Period Technical Training; and (2) Second Period Technical Training.