Wodonga TAFE
3 sessions (4 hours each)
Introduction to Welding is a beginner-friendly short course teaching fundamental welding techniques including manual metal arc and MIG welding. Designed for home users and those starting their welding career, this hands-on program builds essential skills for employment in the welding industry.
Students must be 16 years of age or older to enrol. No prior welding experience is required as the course is designed for complete beginners. Students must provide their own workshop clothing meeting safety standards, including a cotton drill long sleeve shirt and trousers or overalls, and leather boots. Safety gear including welding helmet, safety glasses, and welding gloves are provided as part of the course.
The course covers essential welding fundamentals across three intensive sessions. Students learn safe environment and machine usage protocols to ensure workplace safety. The curriculum includes hands-on training in manual metal arc welding, one of the most common welding techniques, followed by gas metal arc (MIG) welding instruction. Students develop practical skills in planning and constructing small welding projects, enabling them to complete simple welding tasks and build confidence for more advanced courses.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) with extensive experience in vocational education and training. The institution offers practical, industry-focused courses designed to prepare students for employment. With experienced instructors and well-equipped facilities at the McKoy Street Main Campus, Wodonga TAFE provides hands-on training that meets industry standards and prepares students for career progression in the welding field.
Upon completion, graduates can pursue employment opportunities as welders in construction, manufacturing, automotive, and fabrication industries. The foundational skills acquired provide a pathway to more advanced welding certifications and qualifications. Many graduates progress to Certificate III or IV level welding courses, leading to roles such as qualified welder, fabrication technician, or welding supervisor. The skills are also valuable for home projects and small business ventures.
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