Welding for Beginners
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Are you interested in learning basic welding techniques for your DIY home projects, an introduction to further studies or new employment opportunities?
Learn the basic principles in welding processes including using gas (Mig) and manual metal arc (Stick) welding, tungsten inert gas welding (Tig) and some basic oxy cutting techniques.
This course will be delivered through a combination of a classroom theory and practical activities in our well-equipped welding workshop.
You will cover the basics in welding in three processes commonly used in industry.
Upon successful completion of this course, candidates will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for two units of competency from the Certificate II in engineering qualification:
- MEM05013C - Perform Manual Production Welding
- MEM05007C - Perform Manual Heating and Thermal Cutting
Requirements:
It is compulsory for all candidates to wear steel capped boots and cotton drill full sleeved overalls or similar long sleeve protective clothing.
Students will need to provide the following required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Welding Gloves
- Safety Glasses
- Welding Face Shield
Please contact our team for information on our next course dates:
Phone: +61 3 9919 7140
Email: electrotechnology@vu.edu.au
Course Essentials
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Location:
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Course code:TNWFB
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Duration:28 hours
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Fees:$560.00
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Course times:Thursday 5.30pm - 9.30pm - Seven sessions
How to register
Phone: +61 3 9919 7140
Email: electrotechnology@vu.edu.au
Course Objectives
Learn the basic principles of the welding processes. Gain practical welding skills including basic oxy cutting.
Course contents
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Admission Information
Basic personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. Included in this should be a Welding shield, safety glasses, oxy goggles, grinding goggles and gauntlet gloves.
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