Free Level 2 Fabrication and Welding Course in Lancaster. Classes run full-time during the day at Lancaster and Morecambe College. This free fabrication and welding course takes one year to complete. You'll cover practical engineering skills alongside careers-related learning, including employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the study programme includes maths and English support and work experience where applicable. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above including maths or English, or a Level 1 related qualification plus a grade D/3 or above in maths or English.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for 16-18 year old and adult learners the course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers. For 16-18 year old will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience.
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or higher including Maths or English OR a Level 1 related qualification PLUS grade D/3 or higher in Maths or English.
Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.
What you will learn
You'll develop core fabrication techniques used in engineering environments.
You'll practise welding processes including joining and cutting metals.
You'll learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to fabrication and welding work.
You'll use hand tools and machinery safely and accurately.
You'll develop employability skills through employer encounters and careers-related activities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based study. Assessment is through the NVQ Diploma format, which means your competence is assessed on the work you do rather than written exams alone. You may be assessed through observation, practical tasks, and a portfolio of evidence built up over the year.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring steel toe cap boots and flame-resistant overalls or work trousers on your first day. Lancaster and Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder. Joining and cutting metal in manufacturing or construction.
Fabricator. Shaping and assembling metal components to specification.
Fabricator-welder. Combining both skills across engineering sectors.
Sheet metal worker. Forming and finishing sheet metal parts.
Engineering operative. Supporting production and assembly in engineering firms.
Maintenance engineer (entry level). Carrying out repairs and upkeep on plant and equipment.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering. The next step for welders aiming for skilled-worker status and a CSCS-equivalent engineering card.
Level 3 Engineering qualification. Broadens your technical knowledge if you want to move into supervisory or technician roles.
Apprenticeship in Engineering or Welding. Earn while you learn and apply your Level 2 skills in a paid workplace setting.
