Introduction to Welding: MMA, MIG, MAG, TIG & Cutting Methods – GOZO

September course is closed

Course Description

This course is a basic entry welding course for anyone interested in welding as a hobby, or may be considering welding as career opportunity.‚   This course will prepare the student for more advanced courses and techniques in this sector therefore

This is primarily a practical course and students will acquire basic skills level in welding disciplines.

This is a 36 hour course. Lessons are held as indicated on the prospectus and website.

Study units consists of:

• • Health & Safety in Welding/Safety at Work

• • Oxy-Acetylene Welding

• • Brazing

• • Manual Metal Arc Welding

1. Down hand Bead Runs

2. Down hand Fillet Welds. & Three Run Fillet Welds.

3. Vertical-up Fillet Welds.

4. Overhead Fillet Welds.

Note: All the above is based on Mastery Skills using rutile electrodes only.

Introduction to T.I.G. Welding:

1.CO2 ‚Welding (4 Hrs) includes Maintenance And Trouble Shooting

2.Oxy-Acetylene Cutting

3.How to use a Grinder in a Safe Manner

Applicants should be at least 16 years of age & and needs to have motivation towards the trade.

There are no summative assessments in this course.

Students should bring with them the following;

• • Full length boiler suit (preferably cotton)

• • Safety boots

• • Safety glasses.