Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, part-time during the day. The course runs over 17 weeks, giving you time to build your skills at a steady pace alongside other commitments. You'll learn the fundamentals of manual metal arc welding, including how to set up equipment, strike an arc, and run basic welds. MMA welding classes cover safe working practices and the core techniques employers in fabrication and construction look for.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set up and prepare MMA welding equipment safely.
You'll practise striking and maintaining a welding arc.
You'll run basic weld runs on mild steel in a flat position.
You'll identify common welding faults and how to correct them.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a welding environment.
You'll handle and store welding consumables correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment at City College Plymouth. Assessment is practical: you'll demonstrate welding techniques to the required standard. There may also be short written or oral questions to check your understanding of safety and equipment. Your tutor will observe your work and give feedback throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder's assistant: support skilled welders on fabrication and construction sites.
Metal fabricator: cut, shape, and join metal components.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic welding repairs in industrial settings.
Shipyard worker: entry-level roles in marine fabrication and repair.
Agricultural machinery operative: welding and repair work on farm equipment.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in MMA Welding (City and Guilds): develops your technique and prepares you for more complex welds and positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Welding: broader coverage of welding processes, useful for moving into skilled fabrication roles.
Level 3 NVQ in Welding: the qualification many employers require for senior or specialist welding positions.
