Course code | AE2-O19-25 |
Course Title | Award in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding – (GTAW) |
MQF | 2 |
ECTS | 4 |
Duration | 40 Hours |
Schedule | Start Date: 15th April 2025 |
Lessons – Tuesdays and Thursdays | |
Prospected End date | End Date: 10th June 2025 |
Lecturer Name | David Agius |
Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
Time of Lecture | 5:00pm till 8:00pm |
Lecture Room | Block N – Room N002 |
Institute | MCAST Paola – Institute of Engineering and Transport (IBS) |
Coordinator | Mr Donald Stevens |
Contact | [email protected] & [email protected] |
Certification [if applicable] | Applicable if student achieves a minimum of 70% attendance |
Attendance | Attendance is recorded through Classter, students are required to have an EID to register on this system prior to course commencement. |
Application closing | 28th March 2025 |
Course description
TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding is a common method used in manufacturing to join pieces of metal together. It’s a form of GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding) and is used for many things, including assembling exhausts, fue l lines, tanks, and structural and engine parts in aerospace and car manufacturing. It’s a go-to for many because it can make strong and rel iable highquality
welds that are aesthetically pleasing. The process produces very minimal splatter, so there’s a lot less post-weld clean up needed.
The course wi ll explain exactly how t his welding method works, how it’s different from other popular welding types, like MIG (metal inert gas) and laser welding, and also, how you can do it!
Overall Learning Outcomes of Programme
LOl: Weld simple beads on a st eel plate in the flat posit ion
LO2: Weld lap fillet joints in the horizontal/ vertical positions
LO3: Weld tee fill et joints in the flat positions
LO4: Weld tee fillet joints in the horizontal/ vertical positions
LOS: Weld corner joints in the flat position.
Minimum entry requirements for Programme
a. Good health and not allergic to fumes
b. Can take own responsi bility to follow technical procedures and safety and health procedures
c. Must be over 16 years of age