Qualification Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to:
- Join metal products in accordance with Welding Procedure Specifications using an electric arc or gas welding process.
Entry Level Requirements:
NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics and Science
Skills obtained:
- The ability to cut, gouge and gas weld ferrous materials.
- The ability to weld ferrous materials including stainless steel using Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
- The ability to weld ferrous and non-ferrous materials using Gas Metal Arc Welding processes.
- The ability to weld ferrous and non-ferrous materials using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process.
Types of Jobs Pertaining to the Trade:
- Entrepreneur / Contractor
- As a Welder in any of the industries listed
Industry work opportunities:
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Civil
- Agriculture
- Anywhere where welding needs to be done
Approximate Trade Duration:
Off the job practical training
Phase 1 : Duration – 12 Weeks
Phase 2 – Duration – 12 Weeks
Phase 3 – Duration – 8 Weeks
Phase 4 – Duration – 4 Weeks (Revision and Trade Test)
Workplace (on the job) experience
12 to 18 months