Introduction to Welding
Course overview
- Manual Metal Arc Welding (ARC)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)
This course is designed to teach participants the basic skills and knowledge required to safely weld a wide range of metals using the three welding processes.
The course is specifically focused on students that have little or no welding experience who wish to gain some basic welding expertise.
This course is taught by industry professionals with current trade experience ensuring you are exposed to the most relevant welding methods being used by trades people in industry.
Participants will receive a Certificate of Participation as this is a non-accredited course.
Clothing OH&S requirements
Students will be required to wear the correct Personal Protective attire; cotton long sleeve overalls (NO JEANS), work boots, and clear safety glasses.
If you do not adhere to the OHS of the workshop, you will be asked to leave for your own safety and the safety of others.
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Swinburne student at work during their basic introduction to welding short course. -
Swinburne students at work during their introduction to welding short course. -
Swinburne students engaging with teachers during their basic introduction to welding short course class. -
Swinburne student at work during their basic introduction to welding short course. -
Swinburne student at work during their basic introduction to welding short course. -
Swinburne student at work during their basic introduction to welding short course. -
Swinburne student at work during their basic introduction to welding short course.
Intakes
This course is offered during the night or on a Saturday.
The night class will run for two consecutive weeks on Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm–9.30pm.
The Saturday class will run for two consecutive weeks from 8.30am–4pm with a one-hour lunch break. Tea and coffee provided.
| Course code | WELTD70W |
|---|---|
| Area of study | Engineering |
| Cost | A$490.00 (materials and GST inclusive) Note: Payments will be processed seven days prior to the commencement date of your enrolled intake. In the case of late enrolments, payments will be processed earlier than seven days prior to course commencement. |
| Campus | Wantirna campus |
Weekend classes (runs over 2 days) – Wantirna campus
| Code | Class | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday Group 1 | Class 1 | Saturday | 17 Feburary 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 |
Saturday | 24 Feburary 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 2 | Class 1 | Saturday | 9 March 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 16 March 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 3 | Class 1 | Saturday | 30 March 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 6 April 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 4 | Class 1 | Saturday | 20 April 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 27 April 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 5 | Class 1 | Saturday | 11 May 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 18 May 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 6 | Class 1 | Saturday | 1 June 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 8 June 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 7 | Class 1 | Saturday | 22 June 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 29 June 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 8 | Class 1 | Saturday | 13 July 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 20 July 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 9 | Class 1 | Saturday | 3 August 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 10 August 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 10 | Class 1 | Saturday | 24 August 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 31 August 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 11 | Class 1 | Saturday | 14 September 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 21 September 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 12 | Class 1 | Saturday | 12 October 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 19 October 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 13 | Class 1 | Saturday | 2 November 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 9 November 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 14 | Class 1 | Saturday | 23 November 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 30 November 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm | |
| Saturday Group 15 | Class 1 | Saturday | 14 December 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
| Class 2 | Saturday | 21 December 2024 | 8:30am – 4pm |
How to register
To register, please complete and email your completed registration form to trades@swinburne.edu.au by the registration deadline for your chosen intake.
The maximum class size is 12 participants, so we encourage you to act quickly to secure your place. If fewer than 8 students register, the class will be cancelled.
Note: Participants under the age of 18 are welcome but must enquire further via email before registering to enrol.
Looking for more information?
For all enquiries, please email trades@swinburne.edu.au.