Basic Welding
Industry Award
- Full-Time
- In-Person
- 17 Weeks
Available Locations:
- Applications now closed. We’ll be back with new dates shortly.
Online applicants will be redirected to fetchcourses.ie to complete the application process.
What You'll Learn
Students on this course will develop further skills, knowledge and competency to complete a range of basic welding tasks to industry standards and in line with Health and Safety requirements.
You will have the opportunity to learn:
- MMA Fillet Multi-Run 6mm Plate – CS13
- MMA Vertical Fillet 10mm Plate – CS14
- MIG Multi-Run Fillet 10mm Plate – CS16
- MIG Vertical Fillet 10mm Plate – CS17
- SS TIG Complete Fillet Weld 3mm – SS06
- Aluminium TIG Weld in 3mm Plate – AL 01
Students on this course will complete 3 weeks of work experience in the welding and engineering disciplines.
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Specific Skills training is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. #EUinMyRegion
On successful completion of modules, industry standard EN9606-1 certification will be issued from the Approved EN Certifying Body.
Timetable & Modules
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This course will take place in person, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and half-day on a Friday.
| Module | Title |
| EN9606-CS13 | MMA Fillet Multi-Run 6mm Plate |
| EN9606-CS14 | MMA Vertical Fillet 10mm Plate |
| EN9606-CS16 | MIG Multi-Run Fillet 10mm Plate |
| EN9606-CS17 | MIG Vertical Fillet 10mm Plate |
| EN9606-AL01 | Aluminium TIG Weld in 3mm Plate |
| EN9606-SS06 | SS TIG Complete Fillet Weld 3mm |
Progression / Career
Students that successfully complete the Basic Welding Course will have a skill set that is sought after by employers, locally, regionally and internationally and can go on to gain employment in a variety of engineering sectors.
Successful students may also progress to Intermediate Welding once they have worked in the industry at an intermediate level for a minimum of one year.
Entry Requirements
- Mature students welcome.
- Industry experience is desirable but not essential.
- According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL), non-native English speakers need a B2 level in writing, reading, listening, and speaking.
Eligibility
Non-EU/EEA applicants need permission to work in Ireland. For more details, see our eligibility section.
Cost / Fees
You may be eligible for reduced course fees or a fee waiver (i.e. no cost).
We will talk to you about the possible low/no cost fees options during your application process.
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Real Students, Real Results!
“When I look at my finished work, I get a great sense of accomplishment. My only regret is that I didn’t pursue it earlier. I knew at school that I wanted a craft career but it was considered a career for males. So I chose a female career that really didn’t fit with my introverted nature. Now I feel like I've arrived. The teaching is genuinely great. The atmosphere is very supportive of women in trades. My tutors Cathal, Paul and Lewis never doubted me and the facilities are amazing. I now feel more at home with myself and I'm looking forward to progressing in the field of welding.”
Laura Mulkeen
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