Water Well Driller
Trades & Technology
Training:
Red Deer College offers the Water Well Driller program, one of the many apprenticeship training options available for students.
Apprenticeship is a career option that involves both classroom and on-the-job training. To learn the skills required of a Water Well Driller in Alberta and be issued an Alberta Journeyperson Certificate, a person must find a suitable employer who is willing to hire and train an apprentice.
Learn:
The term of apprenticeship for Water Well Driller is 2 years (two 12-month periods) including a minimum of 1800 hours of on-the-job training and 6 weeks of technical training each year.
Employment Opportunities:
Most Water Well Drillers are self-employed or employed by water well drilling companies. Many water well drilling operations are family-run businesses. Water Well Drillers work outdoors and usually travel to various work sites.
The demand for water well drilling services slows down somewhat in the winter. During that time, water well drillers may find employment with construction companies, maintain and upgrade their equipment, or work with water purification and water pumping systems.
The work is strenuous, noisy and dirty. Hours of work vary because some jobs must continue non-stop until completion. There is some risk of injury involved in working with power equipment.
Continue Your Learning:
If you have a valid Alberta Journeyperson Certificate, you are eligible to receive a Blue Seal business credential after completing the necessary requirements.
Faculty and Staff Contact Information
John Larson - Lead Instructor
Phone: 403-342-3141 Email: waterwell@rdc.ab.ca
Tuition 2011/2012:
Class Length Tuition Other Fees Student Pays
6 weeks $570 $144 $714
Residence:
Rent includes all furnishings and most utilities, including cable. On-campus housing works on a first-come, first-serve basis and requires a $20 application fee. To learn more about living on-campus call 403-342-3257, or Glenice Grover, Residence Manager, at 403-342-3238.
Parking:
Student parking fees range from $72 to $84 depending on your choice of lots. This fee allows students to park during the fall, winter and spring terms from September 1 through to June 30. There is no charge for parking in the unreserved lots C-D-M-N-R-Q during the summer months (July 1 to August 31).
You may reserve a parking spot by submitting the completed application form along with the appropriate fee to the Cashiers Office. Payment must be received before the application will be processed. Our 2300 reserved stalls are assigned on a first come, first served basis.
Cafeteria:
A full range of food service is available, including short order, full meals, sandwich, deli, take out, and a great variety of baked goods daily. Our food services include Tim Horton’s, The Library Cafe which serves Starbuck’s, Red’s Cafe, The Patch, Upper Crust, Grab ‘n’ Go, The Far Side Bar & Grill, and The Lift.
Notes:
Financial assistance is available to apprentices in a variety of forms: Several scholarships are available from Red Deer College, the Federal Government and the Provincial Government. Most apprentices are eligible for employment insurance (EI) while attending technical training. Based on need, financial assistance may be available to apprentices while attending training through Alberta Works – Apprenticeship Grant. More information and applications are available at the Student Funding & Awards, call 403-342-3254 or financialaid@rdc.ab.ca.
Curriculum:
Water Well Driller Apprenticeship will take two periods of training. For information about the training, check out the course outline on the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training site http://www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca/
Water Well Driller 2011/2012 intakes are:
1st Period
Nov 7 - Dec 16, 2011
2nd Period
Mar 12 - April 20, 2012