Welding Short Courses

If you can work accurately with your hands and you have good concentration levels, this could be an ideal job for you. Welders cut, shape and join sections of metal in a wide range of industries, such as construction and engineering, transport, aerospace, and offshore oil and gas. They also carry out repairs on manufacturing equipment and machinery As a welder, you may work in one or more of the following areas: · Select and lay out materials to be cut or joined · Follow engineering instructions and drawings · Use the most suitable welding method for the job in hand · Inspect and test cuts and joins, using precision measuring instruments, such as a micrometer · Operate semi-automatic spot-welding equipment (often found on high volume production lines like car manufacturing) To become a welder, you will need to have: · Good hand-to-eye coordination · The ability to work accurately · Good concentration levels · The ability to work without direct supervision · The ability to understand technical plans and drawings · Good maths skills to work out measurements · An understanding of safe working practices. Salary range: £12,500 - £30,000+ Average hours per week: 40

Material fees are levied to cover the high cost of materials. You will need to bring safety boots, and it is recommended that you wear flame-proof clothing. Safety masks and goggles will be provided for use in the workshop.

This is a short course aimed at people who are interested in acquiring these skills. There are no formal entry criteria.

Level 2 Welding courses are available but not currently offered at this college.