FORTHCOMING COURSE DATES:
30th November - 3rd December 2026
25th - 28th January 2027
1st
- 4th March 2027
Please contact the Commercial Team to express your interest.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course introduces
individuals to basic welding techniques, supported by theoretical knowledge of the subject. Suitable
for both hobbyists and those undertaking welding in their jobs.
OBJECTIVES
The course objectives are to develop
an individual’s practical skills, to enable them to reach the levels required by the chosen Standard
ensuring a full understanding of the MAG welding process and the associated safety requirements.
COURSE OUTLINE
- Welding safety
- Process principles
- Identification of welding controls and settings
- Types of metal transfer (Dip, Spray, Pulse etc.) and their application.
- Types of filler wire and their applications
- Identification of shielding gases and their application.
- Producing a butt weld in the down position
- Producing a lap fillet in the down hand position
- Producing a tee fillet in the down hand position
MATERIAL
Mild Steel
PPE REQUIRED
Learners will need to bring the following with them:
- Safety boots
- Fire retardant
overalls
- A pair of welding gauntlets
- Welding Screen
COURSE DURATION
4 Days
CERTIFICATION
Southampton Engineering Training
Association Ltd certificate of attendance
VENUE
SETA, Millbrook, Southampton
