Level 1 TIG 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 tungsten inert gas welding techniques. You'll develop practical welding skills in a classroom-based workshop setting. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed prior qualification to apply. This is a City and Guilds level 1 tig welding qualification, recognised by employers in fabrication and manufacturing.
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 the principles of TIG welding and how the process works.
You'll practise setting up TIG welding equipment safely.
You'll develop technique for producing TIG welds on metal.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a welding environment.
You'll identify common welding faults and how to correct them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop classroom. Tuition covers both the theory behind TIG welding and the practical skills to apply it. Assessment is based on your practical work and your understanding of the welding process. Your tutor will observe your technique and give feedback throughout the course.
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. Entry-level TIG welding roles in fabrication shops.
Fabricator. Joining and shaping metal components for manufacture.
Sheet metal worker. Precision work on thin metal materials.
Maintenance engineer (trainee). Supporting equipment repair in industrial settings.
Welding operative. Production welding in manufacturing environments.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in TIG Welding. Builds on your Level 1 skills with more complex welds and positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Welding. A broader qualification covering multiple welding processes, useful for fabrication roles.
City and Guilds Level 2 in MIG or MMA Welding. Adds further welding methods to your skill set, widening the jobs you can apply for.
