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Level 1 Welding Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Welding Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at Longbridge Campus, part-time over 20 weeks. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. It may be free for some learners, so check directly with the centre.

You'll cover MIG welding, metal fabrication, thermal cutting, brazing, and soldering. Safety and industry best practice are also part of the course. The entry requirement is five years of experience in automotive, manufacturing, engineering, or construction.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Introductory Welding Skills.

Who this course is for

Our courses are meticulously designed to provide students with an understanding of Mig welding techniques metal fabrication, thermal cutting, brazing, soldering,safety protocols, and industry best practices.Led by experienced instructors, our programs ensure a solid foundation in welding, preparing students for successful careers in welding.

Entry requirements

5 Years experience within automotive, manufacturing, engineering or construction.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise MIG welding techniques on a range of materials.
  • You'll develop metal fabrication skills used in industry.
  • You'll learn thermal cutting methods safely and accurately.
  • You'll apply brazing and soldering techniques.
  • You'll follow health and safety protocols in a workshop setting.
  • You'll work to industry best practices throughout the course.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom-based and hands-on. You'll learn practical welding skills in a workshop environment, guided by experienced instructors. Assessment is through practical tasks that demonstrate your welding and fabrication skills. You'll also show your understanding of safety procedures.

What you will need to bring

Longbridge Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder, entry-level production or repair welding roles in industry.
  • Metal fabricator, cutting and shaping metal components for manufacture.
  • Welder fabricator, combining welding and fabrication on the same job.
  • Workshop assistant, supporting skilled welders while building experience.

Note: most skilled welder roles need further qualifications beyond Level 1. This course is a strong starting point toward those.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Welding Skills, the natural next step for hands-on welding work.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Manufacture, broadens your options across the engineering sector.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Fabrication and Welding Engineering, needed for skilled and supervisory welding roles.
  • CSCS card training, useful if you plan to work on construction sites.
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