Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day. The course runs over 8 weeks and introduces you to manual metal arc welding techniques. You'll learn how to set up equipment, strike an arc, and run basic welds safely. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need prior welding experience to apply. These daytime mma welding classes fit around other commitments, with a manageable pace across the 8 weeks.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
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 beads on flat and positional joints.
You'll identify common welding defects and how to avoid them.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a welding environment.
You'll handle and store welding materials correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a workshop setting. Classroom-based instruction covers underpinning knowledge such as equipment, materials, and safety. Assessment is practical, with your welding work assessed against set standards. You'll have an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm the level is right for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder's assistant: support skilled welders on construction and fabrication sites.
Metal fabrication operative: cut, shape, and join metal components.
General construction labourer: entry-level site work with a welding background.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic welding repairs in industrial settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in MMA Welding (City and Guilds) - the natural next step, covering a wider range of joints and positions.
Level 2 Certificate in Welding Skills - broadens your skills to include other welding processes such as MIG or TIG.
Construction-related NVQs - combine welding skills with a broader trade qualification recognised on site.
