Fabrication and Welding Apprenticeship (Level 3)

St Helens College

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Advanced

  • Location

    St helens

  • Duration

    42 Months

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The fabrication and welding industry is embedded in every aspect of our lives, from the cars we drive to the construction of the buildings we work in. Fully qualified fabricators and welders can find well paid employment in various fields such as petrochemical, heavy fabrication industry, engineering, manufacturing, shipbuilding, oil extraction industries and many others.

Facilities

Location

Start date

St Helens (Merseyside)
St Helens College Water Street St Helens, WA10 1PP

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course


This apprenticeship is suitable for those who are currently working within this sector or are looking to gain employment within this sector as a Fabricator Welder.

This is dependent on your employer and on the level of the apprenticeship you apply for.

You will normally need at least grade C or above in your English and maths GCSEs. If you don't have these, don't worry. You can work towards your functional skills in English and maths alongside your apprenticeship training at St Helens College.

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Subjects

  • Welding
  • Industry
  • Engineering
  • Communication
  • Functional English
  • Problem-solving
  • Operating
  • Environment Awareness
  • Manual welding
  • Machine setting
  • Metal working
  • Functional Maths
  • Technical Knowledge

Course programme

What type of work will I do and what qualifications will I gain?

Although apprenticeships will vary depending on your entry level and your employer, you will gain a range of skills from the varying tasks you complete, these could include:

  • Manual welding
  • Welding machine setting and operating
  • Sheet metal working
  • Plate working
  • Structural steelwork
  • Ensuring the work place is safe and tidy

You will also gain the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technologies
  • Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Fabrication and Welding
  • Employee Rights and Responsibilities
  • Level 2 Functional Skills Maths
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English
  • Level 2 Functional Skills ICT

What skills and qualities will I need for this apprenticeship?

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Technical knowledge
  • Good team working skills
  • Good IT abilities
  • The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Additional information

As an apprentice, you will be assigned an assessor, who will visit you in the workplace to observe the tasks you complete. You will also complete a number of relevant work related modules at the College. All of which will contribute to the overall success of your apprenticeship.

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