Course Content
There are 10 lessons in this course:
Lesson 1: Scope and Nature of Metal Fabrication
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Metal fabrication techniques
- Welding
- Occupational opportunities in welding
Lesson 2: Types of Welding
- Fusion welding
- Solid-state welding
- Dissimilar welding
Lesson 3: Welding Joint Design and Colours
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Types of joints
- Types of welds
- Other ways of describing welds
- Symbols
- Colours of welds
Lesson 4: Welding Equipment
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Welding current
- Operating voltage
- Types of welding power sources
- Welding machines by design
- Welding machines by welding type
- Welder & welding accessories
- Electrodes
Lesson 5: Workplace Health and Safety
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Best practices in different types of welding
- Potential hazards
- Workwear
- Fire protection
- Electrical safety
- Welding in hazardous environments
Lesson 6: Selecting & Preparing Metals
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Selecting metals
- Prepare the Metal for Welding
- Cutting Methods
- Guidelines for machine Cutting Metal Safely
Lesson 7: Welding Techniques
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Welding bead
- Push/pull
- Work angle
- Travel angle
- Welding speed
- Welding positions
Lesson 8: How to Weld
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Joint preparation
- Some common arc welding processes
- Stick welding
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- General tips when arc welding
Lesson 9: Weld Defects & Repairs
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Types of weld defects
- Maintenance inspections & testing
- Repairing welds
- Welding procedure specification
Lesson 10: Other Metal Fabrication Techniques
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Properties of materials
- Choosing raw materials
- Metals
- Fabrication processes
- Shaping metals
- Assembling metals
Aims
- Explain the scope of metal fabrication and welding in building structures from raw metals
- Distinguish different types of welding techniques
- Explain the range of joint types that are used and the colours that occur in welds
- Explain different types of welding equipment in detail
- Determine health and safety provisions and practices to be followed when working with metal
- Explain how to choose and prepare metals for welding processes
- Explain different welding techniques and positions
- Explain how to weld different types of joints and how to use different welding processes
- Explain different types of defects and techniques for inspection and repair of welds
- Explain a range of other metal fabrication techniques
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
What are the benefits of studying Welding & Metal Fabrication?
Strong practical skill development – cutting, fitting, joining, and safe setup for metalwork.
Welding and fabrication are in-demand across trades and industries, so you’ll have better employability and career progression prospects.
More self-sufficiency for repairs, builds, and custom work.
Improves your problem-solving ability to troubleshoot fit-up issues, weld defects, and material differences.
Completed projects/skills demonstrations can support job applications by providing a portfolio and proof of skill.
Transferable competencies in layout, measurement, fabrication planning, and safety practices carry across many metal and engineering tasks.
What is the course duration and format?
There are 10 lessons.
The course can be completed in approximately 10 weeks.
Each lesson includes experiential tasks, a self-assessment test, and a written assignment.
Assignments and projects are marked by our expert tutors and returned with written feedback.
There is an optional exam upon completion of the course.
The course is self-paced. Study wherever you want, whenever you want.
How long can I access course materials?
You have all the time you want. We don't have a cut-off date. You can continue to access your course indefinitely. This is one of the ways we are different.
You can review and revisit course material as often as you like, helping to reinforce learning and improve retention.
Can I use this course as a credit toward a qualification?
Yes. This can be used as a module in a variety of certificates and diplomas with ACS or in a degree with one of our affiliate partners, Warnborough College.
Various other universities and colleges around the world have also assessed and given credits for our courses in degrees.
Who is this course for?
Career starters/career changers looking for a pathway into welding or engineering
DIY/builders who want to repair or fabricate metal parts safely
Workshop trainees/jobseekers aiming for entry roles like welding assistant/trainee
Maintenance staff who need basic welding competence for repairs
People in related trades (fabrication, construction support, mechanical/metalworking) who want welding as an additional skill
Students/volunteers in skills programs building a foundation for future certification
Handypersons, property maintenance workers, or grounds staff
Self-employed or sole business operators
Entrepreneurs
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