Welding Courses


Introduction to Tungsten Inert Gas
Shielded Welding (TIG)

 

FORTHCOMING COURSE DATES: 

23rd - 26th February 2026
11th - 14th May 2026
8th - 11th June 2026
6th - 9th July 2026
3rd - 6th August 2026

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 who undertake welding in their jobs.

SUGGESTED CONTENT

  1. Welding safety
  2. Process principles
  3. Identification of welding controls and settings.
  4. Types power supply (AC/DC) and their application.
  5. Electrode selection and treatment.
  6. Types of filler wire and their applications.
  7. Identification of shielding gases and their application.
  8. Producing a butt weld in the down hand position
  9. Producing a lap fillet in the down hand position
  10. Producing a tee fillet in the down hand position

MATERIAL
Mild steel

Other materials are available upon request. Additional charges will be applicable.

 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, SO15 0LJ




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