Types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, identifying material grades, understanding weld suitability, and basic metallurgy for welders.

Setting up SMAW equipment, electrode selection, striking an arc, maintaining correct travel speed and arc length, and producing sound flat-position welds.

MIG machine setup, wire selection, shielding gas selection and flow rates, push vs. pull technique, and welding in flat and horizontal positions.

TIG torch setup, filler rod selection, tungsten preparation, hand coordination techniques, and welding thin materials and stainless steel.

Oxy-acetylene safety and setup, flame cutting technique, plasma cutter operation, and producing clean cuts on carbon steel.

Interpreting basic engineering drawings, understanding weld symbols, joint types, position notation, and producing welds to specification.

Common weld defects (porosity, undercut, lack of fusion), visual inspection techniques, and understanding non-destructive testing methods.

Establishing a welding business, quoting jobs, understanding industry certifications, and career opportunities in structural, pipeline, and fabrication welding.

This module equips learners with essential research skills including research design, data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative), data analysis techniques, survey development, interviewing skills, ethical considerations in research, and how to apply research findings to improve workplace practices and decision-making.

This module develops critical soft skills essential for workplace success: integrated thinking (connecting ideas across disciplines), logical reasoning and problem-solving, effective verbal and written communication, active listening, emotional intelligence, negotiation techniques, mediation skills, conflict resolution strategies, de-escalation techniques, building consensus, handling difficult conversations, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.