Level 2 MIG, TIG or MMA Welding

Course is for: Adult
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This course has been specifically designed to give introductry skills to those interested in starting a career in the welding and engineering sector.

You’ll learn via a blend of theory and practical based sessions with a large proportion of the delivery taking place in the welding workshops to develop your practical skills in your chosen area of Welding: MIG or TIG or MMA

Course content includes:

Full health and safety induction
Theory workshops on health and safety and welding processes and techniques
Practical assessment 1 – Produce beads on plate in a PA flat position
Practical assessment 2 – Produce a lap fillet weld in a PB horizontal/vertical position
Practical assessment 3 – Produce a tee fillet weld in the PA flat position
Practical assessment 4 – Produce a tee fillet weld in the PB horizontal/vertical position
Practical assessment 5 – Produce a corner weld in the PA flat position
Knowledge assessment 6 – Understand and explain the process and health & safety requirements for Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding.

Dates

Start Dates:

Tuesday 2nd June

Costs (excluding Fees)

You will need to buy suitable safety footwear, fire retardant overalls and a welding cap.

The cost of these will be in addtion to the cost of the course.

Finance And Funding

Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.

If you don’t qualify for funding help and have to pay for course, you could pay a 25% deposit and four consecutive monthly standing order payments for the balance. The course fee must be over £100 to qualify.

For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 4902430,[email protected] or via Live Chat.

Those aged under 18 years old are not eligible to study this course.

Assessment

Throughout the course you will produce work that will be assessed against the City and Guilds awarding body standards.

The final assessment will test your knowledge of the units covered and will include a practical assessment.

We will support you throughout the course with regular assessment tasks and feedback to help you be as prepared as possible.

Facilities, Kit And Equipment

Our welding and engineering workshops are based at the Skills Academy for Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing and Logistics and include 16 fully equipped welding stations and industry standard workshops.

The Teaching Team

We are a friendly, highly motivated and positive teaching and team who will work with you throughout the course to help you to build the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to be successful and to pass the assessments.

With years of experience under our belts, we’re able to make all learning practical and relevant to today’s industry, making sure you leave us with the skills employers expect.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A QUALIFICATION IN LEVEL 2 MIG, TIG OR MMA WELDING?

Welding Trades

Knowledge

Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Education and Training: Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Median Salary
£34,682

Average Qualifications
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

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Pathways

Engineering

People in these occupations use scientific principles to solve practical problems across a variety of engineering disciplines: civil, chemical, mechanical, etc.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Science

Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

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