Adults

Engineering

Level 2 Certificate in Welding Techniques and Skills

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This course is suitable for those who wish to gain the practical skills and knowledge required for access to employment in the industry, those who are already employed and would like to obtain relevant and up to date practical skills and knowledge and those who would like to progress on to higher levels of study.

During the course you will develop your skills and gain an understanding of equipment functions, how materials behave when subjected to fabrication and welding processes and the correct procedures for safety that are paramount in this industry.

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This course will start in September and will take one year to complete. You will attend College two evenings per week on Monday, from 6.00pm – 9.00pm and Tuesday, from 6.00pm – 8.00pm.

The course takes place at St Helens College, STEM Centre Campus, St Helens WA9 1TT.

This programme consists of the following:

  • Health and Safety in a Fabrication and Welding Environment
  • Materials, Science and Calculations for Fabrication and Welding Practice
  • Manual Metal Arc Welding – Low Carbon Steel
  • Metal Arc Gas Shielded Welding – Low Carbon Steel
  • Tungsten Arc Gas Shielded Welding – Low Carbon Steel

You will be assessed by completion of unit workbooks, practical tests and external examinations.

There are no formal entry requirements, however a strong interested in welding or previous experience in this industry is preferred.

The total cost of this course is £750.

You may be eligible for funding depending on your personal circumstances and subject to a fee assessment during the enrolment process. For further details, visit our dedicated Adult Financial support page.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may wish to progress on to further study at the college, an apprenticeship, or employment in the welding industry.

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