Introductory Welding Level 1 Award C&G 3268

The introductory course is intended for beginners or for learners wishing to try a different welding process
Entry RequirementsThere are no formal entry requirements for this course however, a good level of written and spoken english is required.
You will be expected to provide Stout leather footwear, preferably steel toecap safety boots, and an overall ideally a boiler suit in a dark colour.
Course Content
There are four process options available·MIG( Metal Inert Gas )on thick sections in Carbon Steel. A thin section option is also available·MMA( Manual Metal Arc )on thick sections in Carbon Steel, (this is also called stick welding·TIG ( Tungsten Inert Gas ) on thin sections in Carbon Steel.·Oxy-Acetylene (Gas Welding) on thin sections in Carbon Steel.
Learners choose one option and complete five welded test joints.
How will I be assessed?
Learners choose one option and complete five welded test joints. These are welded in the flat position and are only visually assessed by the tutor.
There are verbal examinations on health & safety specific to welding and underpinning knowledge specifically for that process.
There are no written examinations or theory classes to attend. The course gives practical welding experience to the learner.
Upon successful assessment a certificate will be awarded for that particular welding process by City & Guilds at Level One.
If more than one option is completed by a student then a further charge of 74.00, (2009/2010) is required for certification of each extra option at level one.
What can I do next?
On completion of the Welding introductory course students may choose to progress with further Welding skills modules ie. Fabrication and Welding Technical Certificates, Level 2, or seek Welder approval under American, British or European Standards.
Additional costs
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